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Homemade Christmas Jam

A sweet, tart, beautifully spiced holiday jam made with cranberries, berries, citrus, and warm spices—perfect for gifting or holiday breakfasts.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 3 jars
Course: Condiment, Holiday
Cuisine: American, Christmas
Calories: 45
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Jam Ingredients
  • 2 cups cranberries
  • 2 cups strawberries or raspberries
  • 3 cups sugar
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1 tbsp orange zest
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1.75 oz powdered pectin (optional)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Combine cranberries, berries, orange juice, and sugar in a saucepan and simmer.
  2. Add zest, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
  3. Mash fruit to desired texture.
  4. Add pectin if using and simmer until thickened.
  5. Spoon into jars and store or process for canning.

Notes

To enhance flavor, let jam rest overnight before serving.