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Spiced Holiday Jam

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A cozy holiday jam made with strawberries, cranberries, and warming spices like cinnamon and cloves. This Spiced Christmas Jam is the ultimate edible gift or festive breakfast spread!

Ingredients

1½ lbs fresh or frozen strawberries (about 6 cups)

½ lb fresh or frozen cranberries (about 2 cups)

2½ lbs sugar (about 5 cups)

2 pouches (170 mL each) liquid fruit pectin

1 tsp ground cinnamon

1 tsp ground ginger

¼ tsp ground allspice

¼ tsp ground cloves

Instructions

 

Prepare Fruit: Puree strawberries and cranberries in a food processor until smooth (work in batches if needed).

Combine Ingredients: Transfer fruit puree to a large saucepan. Add sugar, cinnamon, ginger, allspice, and cloves. Stir well to combine.

First Boil: Bring mixture to a full rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Once boiling vigorously, continue boiling for 1 full minute.

Add Pectin: Remove from heat and stir in the liquid fruit pectin. Return to the stove and bring back to a full boil. Boil for 1 more minute, stirring continuously.

Jar the Jam: Remove from heat and skim off any foam. Carefully ladle the hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving ¼ inch headspace. Wipe rims clean and seal with sterilized lids and bands.

Process: Process jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Ensure jars are fully submerged.

Cool & Store: Remove jars and let cool undisturbed for 12 hours. Store in a cool, dark place.

Notes

Frozen Fruit Tip: Cook slightly longer if using frozen berries to remove excess moisture.

Reprocessing Tip: If jam doesn’t set, add extra pectin and reboil.

Sterilization: Always sterilize jars and lids before filling for proper sealing.

Gifting Idea: Pair with crackers, cheese, or fresh bread for a thoughtful homemade gift.

Storage: Store sealed jars in a pantry for up to 1 year. Refrigerate after opening.

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