Description
Cranberry jam is a festive delight that brings the perfect balance of tangy and sweet flavors to your breakfast table. This vibrant spread is not only a treat for your taste buds but also a beautiful addition to any holiday feast. Whether you enjoy it on toast, scones, or as a topping for desserts, this easy homemade cranberry jam will quickly become a seasonal favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh cranberries
- 2 cups granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cinnamon stick (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the cranberries under cold water, discarding any soft berries.
- In a large pot, combine cranberries, sugar, water, and lemon juice; stir well.
- Heat over medium until bubbling vigorously; watch for popping cranberries.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until thickened, stirring occasionally.
- If using, add the cinnamon stick during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely before transferring to sterilized jars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg