Recipe Name: Christmas Jam 🎄
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Description: Delight your taste buds and spread the festive cheer with this delectable Christmas Jam recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. Bursting with the flavors of the season, this jam is perfect for gifting or enjoying with loved ones during holiday gatherings.
Recipe Category: Pineapple 🍍
Keywords: Apple, Berries, Tropical Fruits, Fruit, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Christmas, Sweet, < 60 Mins, Canning, Stove Top
Aggregated Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Review Count: 5
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 793.8
- Fat Content: 0.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 7.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 205.8g
- Fiber Content: 5.3g
- Sugar Content: 196.2g
- Protein Content: 0.8g
Recipe Yield: 4 half pints
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 3 cups | Cranberries |
| 1 1/2 | Apples |
| 1 1/2 | Water |
| 1 1/2 | Crushed Pineapple |
| 2 tbsp | Fresh Lemon Juice |
| 3 1/2 cups | Sugar |
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients needed for making Christmas Jam.
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Cook Cranberries and Apples: In a large saucepan, combine cranberries, apples (peeled, cored, and chopped), and water. Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and cook until the apples appear translucent and the cranberries start to pop, releasing their vibrant flavors.
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Strain the Mixture: Once the cranberries and apples are cooked, transfer the mixture to a food mill to remove the skins, ensuring a smooth and velvety texture for your jam. You should end up with approximately 3 cups of pulp.
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Add Pineapple and Flavorings: Return the strained mixture to the saucepan. Add the crushed pineapple along with its juice, fresh lemon juice, and sugar. These ingredients will infuse your jam with tropical sweetness and a hint of tanginess.
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Bring to a Boil: Stir the mixture constantly as you bring it to a boil over medium heat. Continue cooking until the mixture thickens and becomes clear, which should take around 10 minutes. This step is crucial for achieving the perfect jam-like consistency.
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Ladle into Jars: Once the jam reaches the desired thickness, carefully ladle it into clean, hot half-pint jars. Be sure to leave some headspace to allow for expansion during the canning process.
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Process in Water Bath: To seal the jars and preserve the jam, process them in a boiling water bath. Place the filled jars in a large pot of boiling water, ensuring they are fully submerged. Process for 5 minutes to ensure proper preservation.
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Adjust for Altitude: If you’re canning at a high altitude, make sure to adjust the processing time accordingly to ensure safe canning practices.
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Cool and Enjoy: Once processed, remove the jars from the water bath and allow them to cool completely at room temperature. As the jam cools, it will set into a delicious spreadable consistency. Enjoy your homemade Christmas Jam on toast, scones, or as a delightful topping for desserts.
Spread the joy of the holiday season with this homemade Christmas Jam, perfect for sharing with family and friends or as a thoughtful homemade gift. Happy canning! 🎁🍓
