Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with this easy Christmas jam recipe! Bursting with vibrant flavors of fresh cranberries, zesty orange juice, and warm cinnamon, this homemade jam is perfect for spreading on toast or gifting to loved ones. Its delightful aroma will fill your home with holiday cheer, creating lasting memories around the breakfast table. So gather your ingredients and get ready to create a celebration in a jar that embodies the essence of the season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- 1. Rinse cranberries under cold water and remove any stems or blemished berries. Zest the lemon and set aside.
- 2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries, orange juice, and sugar. Stir occasionally until bubbling begins.
- 3. Add cinnamon sticks and lemon zest once bubbling starts. Stir until cranberries pop open, about 10 minutes.
- 4. Lower heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until thickened, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 5. Remove from heat and let cool while stirring occasionally. Transfer jam into sterilized jars and seal tightly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (20g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg