Festive Holiday Strawberry-Cranberry Spice Jam Recipe
A festive Christmas Jam featuring a blend of fresh strawberries and tart cranberries, sweetened with sugar and infused with warm spices to create a thick, jammy spread perfect for holiday breakfasts and treats.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 cups 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Fruit
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
Other Ingredients
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit: Rinse the strawberries and cranberries thoroughly under cold water. Hull and chop the strawberries into small pieces to encourage even cooking.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the chopped strawberries, cranberries, sugar, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. Stir well to evenly distribute the sugar and spices.
- Cook the Jam: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the fruit softens and the mixture thickens to a jam-like consistency, about 25-30 minutes.
- Test for Doneness: To check if the jam is ready, place a small spoonful on a chilled plate and tilt it; if it wrinkles and holds shape, it is done. If not, continue to simmer and test every 5 minutes.
- Cool and Store: Remove the jam from the heat and let it cool slightly. Transfer the jam to sterilized jars, seal them, and refrigerate. The jam will thicken further as it cools.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries and cranberries for the best flavor and texture.
- If you prefer a sweeter jam, adjust the sugar quantity to taste.
- Store the jam in the refrigerator and consume within 2-3 weeks.
- You can sterilize jars by boiling them in water for 10 minutes before filling.
- For longer storage, consider freezing the jam or processing jars in a water bath canner to create sealed preserves.
Keywords: Christmas jam, holiday jam, strawberry cranberry jam, festive jam, spiced fruit jam
