Christmas Red Jam Recipe
A vibrant and festive Christmas Red Jam made with fresh berries, spiced with cinnamon and cloves, perfect for holiday breakfasts and gifts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: About 2 cups of jam 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit Base
- 2 cups fresh berries (such as cranberries, raspberries, or strawberries)
Sweeteners & Spices
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 tablespoon citrus zest (optional)
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
Thickening Agent & Liquid
- 1 packet pectin
- ½ cup water
Instructions
- Prepare the Berries: Wash and clean the fresh berries thoroughly, removing any stems, leaves, or debris to ensure a smooth jam.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large saucepan, add the cleaned berries, sugar, water, and optional citrus zest, mixing gently to combine.
- Boil Mixture: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to help dissolve the sugar completely.
- Add Spices and Pectin: Stir in the ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and the packet of pectin; continue to simmer the mixture until it thickens and reaches the desired jam consistency.
- Check Consistency: Test the jam by spooning some onto the back of a cold spoon; once it coats the back without running, it’s ready to be removed from the heat.
- Cool and Store: Allow the jam to cool slightly, then transfer it into sterilized jars, seal them tightly, and let the jars cool completely before placing them in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Using citrus zest adds a bright, fresh flavor but can be omitted if unavailable.
- Ensure jars are properly sterilized to prolong shelf life and avoid contamination.
- Adjust sweetness by reducing or increasing sugar as desired, keeping in mind structural impacts on the jam.
- Pectin ensures the jam sets properly; low-pectin fruit may require more or longer cooking.
- Store the jam in the refrigerator and consume within a month for best quality.
Keywords: Christmas jam, berry jam, homemade jam, holiday spread, spiced jam, cranberry jam, raspberry jam, strawberry jam
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