Description
A delightful homemade cranberry jam packed with antioxidants and vitamins, perfect for your holiday spread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar (or coconut sugar)
- 1 orange (zest and juice)
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Rinse the cranberries under cold water, removing any stems and soft berries.
- Combine Cranberries and Water: In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries with water and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- Add Sugar and Orange: Gradually add sugar while stirring until dissolved. Then, mix in orange juice and zest.
- Introduce Spices: Add the cinnamon stick; break it if desired for more flavor.
- Cook and Stir: Let cook for about 30 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
- Check Consistency: After 30 minutes, check the jam by placing a spoonful on a cold plate.
- Jar and Seal: Pour the jam into sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of space at the top, and seal with lids.
Notes
This jam can be reduced in sweetness or sweetened with natural alternatives. Make sure to monitor the cooking process to avoid burning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
