Description
A festive and flavorful holiday recipe perfect for spreading on toast or giving as gifts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh cranberries
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice
Instructions
- Rinse the cranberries and remove any stems or damaged berries.
- In a large pot, combine the cranberries, sugar, water, and orange juice.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10-15 minutes, or until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens.
- Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice, stirring to combine.
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before transferring to sterilized jars.
- Seal the jars and let them cool completely before storing in the refrigerator.
Notes
- This jam can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
- For a thicker jam, cook it a little longer until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Consider adding chopped nuts or dried fruits for added texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Sweet Christmas Cranberry Jam, holiday recipe, cranberry jam