Description
A delightful cranberry jam balancing tartness and sweetness, infused with cinnamon and orange zest, perfect for the holiday season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 packet pectin
Instructions
- Rinse and prepare your cranberries, removing any stems and bruised berries.
- In a large saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, and orange juice over medium heat.
- Stir gently until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg, then bring to a boil and let simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Remove from heat and stir in fresh orange zest.
- Pour into sterilized jars, seal with lids, and let cool. Store in the refrigerator or a cool, dark place.
Notes
Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor. You can replace some cranberries with chopped apples or add ginger for an adventurous twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cranberry jam, holiday recipes, preserves, festive food, canning