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Christmas Jam

Deliciously Easy Christmas Jam for Festive Gifting

This Christmas Jam is a delightful blend of cranberries and strawberries, perfectly capturing festive flavors for gifting.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Other
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Fruit
  • 24 oz Fresh Cranberries Essential for tartness and structure—frozen is a fine substitute.
  • 16 oz Fresh Strawberries Adds sweet notes that perfectly balance the tart cranberries.
For the Spices
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Warms up the jam with a holiday touch; substitute with allspice if preferred.
  • 1 tsp Ground Nutmeg Enhances the seasonal flavor; no substitutions necessary.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cloves Adds depth; feel free to reduce the amount to suit your taste.
  • 1 tsp Ground Ginger Brings a hint of spiciness that pairs beautifully with the other spices.
For Sweetening
  • 2 cups Brown Sugar Can be switched with white sugar using a 1:1 ratio.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Blender
  • Jars for storage

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Christmas Jam
  1. Start by washing the cranberries and strawberries. Remove any stems, and chop the strawberries into small pieces. In a large bowl, combine the cranberries and strawberries, then add the ground cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, and brown sugar. Stir everything together thoroughly until well-coated.
  2. Transfer the fruit mixture into your slow cooker, ensuring it fits comfortably without overflowing. Spread it out evenly within the pot. Cover the slow cooker with its lid, set it to HIGH, and let it cook for 4 hours.
  3. After cooking, carefully remove the lid and check the fruit mixture. Blend the mixture in small batches to achieve a jam-like consistency, ensuring it is smooth but still slightly chunky.
  4. Transfer the blended Christmas Jam into clean jars. Allow it to cool at room temperature for about an hour before sealing the jars with their lids.

Notes

Store in airtight jars in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 6 months.