Homemade Cranberry Jam Recipe
Easy and delicious Homemade Cranberry Jam. This simple cranberry jam is made with only 4 ingredients and makes a perfect addition to many breakfast dishes.
Servings: 8 (16 oz jar)
Calories: 135kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh cranberries
- 1 cup white granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 large apple peeled, cored, diced
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a medium saucepan, mix, and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- Reduce heat to low, cover with a lid, and gently simmer, stirring frequently, for 45-60 minutes. Keep covered while simmering, leaving only a little crack for the steam to escape. Make sure it simmers gently (occasional bubble). Stir from time to time.Tip: remember it's okay if it looks a little thin, jam thickens as it cools!
- Transfer into a blender and puree until smooth (or leave it chunky if you wish).
- Let cool completely and transfer to a medium jar. Once completely cooled, close with a lid tight and refrigerate.
- Without canning process, this jam will last about up to 4 weeks in an airtight glass jar in the refrigerator.
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Notes
Variations:
- Add orange flavor - Stir in a little orange zest or replace some lemon juice with orange juice.
- Warm spices - Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for a cozy twist.
- Smoother texture - Blend the jam with an immersion blender after cooking.
- Chunky style - Leave as is for more texture from the cranberries and apples.
- Refrigerator: Store in an airtight glass container, in the refrigerator for up to 2-4 weeks.
- Note: if you ever smell like your jam has "turned into wine," it's no longer good!
- Freezer: Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 2-3 months.
- To use: Thaw in the refrigerator and stir before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 135kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 72mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 45IU | Vitamin C: 9.3mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.2mg