SPICED CHRISTMAS JAM
This Spiced Christmas Jam is a festive, flavorful treat, combining the warmth of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves with the sweetness of fruits like apples and cranberries.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 2 medium apples peeled, cored, and chopped
- 1 cup orange juice
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 packet fruit pectin optional for thickening
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, combine cranberries, apples, and orange juice. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 10–15 minutes until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens.
- Stir in sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and lemon juice. Bring back to a boil and cook for another 5–10 minutes.
- If using pectin, stir it in and boil for an additional 1–2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes before transferring into sterilized jars.
- Let jam cool completely before sealing. Store in the fridge for up to 3 weeks.
Notes
- Make Ahead: This jam can be made ahead and stored in sealed jars for up to 3 weeks in the fridge.
- Customizing the Flavor: Add a pinch of ground ginger for extra spice or mix in some chopped walnuts for added texture.
- Serving Suggestions: Great as a topping for toast, scones, or pancakes. It also makes a wonderful gift during the holiday season.
- Allergy-Friendly Options: This recipe is naturally nut-free, dairy-free, and gluten-free.
- Storage Tips: If sealed in jars, the jam can last up to a month in the fridge. For longer storage, consider canning.