Description
A delightful Christmas jam recipe that combines seasonal fruits and spices, perfect for spreading on toast or using in desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 1 cup cranberries, fresh or frozen
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine strawberries, cranberries, sugar, and lemon juice.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently.
- Once boiling, reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes until the fruits break down.
- Add cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract. Stir well.
- Increase heat and boil for an additional 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before transferring to sterilized jars.
- Seal jars and let them cool completely at room temperature.
Notes
- Use a candy thermometer to ensure proper gel consistency.
- For a spicier jam, add a pinch of ground ginger.
- Consider adding a splash of bourbon for depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: christmas jam recipes, holiday jam, fruit preserves