Holiday Jam

Capture the cozy essence of the season with this delightful Holiday Jam, a jewel-toned spread that’s bursting with festive flavor. Made with fresh cranberries, bright orange zest, and warm spices like cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg, this homemade jam is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. A touch of vanilla extract adds depth, while a mix of granulated and brown sugar creates a rich, caramelized sweetness. Ready in just 35 minutes, the recipe yields 32 servings of pure holiday cheer, ideal for gifting, serving with breakfast spreads, or pairing with cheeses at holiday parties. Easy to prepare and full of seasonal charm, this cranberry-orange jam recipe is a must-have addition to your festive table.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 32

Ingredients

• 12 ounces fresh cranberries
• 2 teaspoons orange zest
• 0.5 cups orange juice
• 1 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
• 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0.25 cups water
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the cranberries under cold water and discard any that are soft or discolored.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the cranberries, orange zest, orange juice, granulated sugar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, ground nutmeg, and water.

Step 3

Stir the mixture until the sugars dissolve completely.

Step 4

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Let it simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 15-20 minutes or until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens slightly.

Step 5

Use the back of a spoon to gently mash the cranberries if you prefer a smoother texture, or leave them whole for a chunkier jam.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 7

Let the jam cool in the saucepan for 10-15 minutes before transferring it to sterilized jars or an airtight container.

Step 8

Once at room temperature, seal the jars and refrigerate. The jam will thicken further as it cools. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, or processed in a water bath for longer shelf life if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	813.3 grams (813.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1279

Total Fat 1.30g	2%
Saturated Fat 0.10g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 31mg	1%
Total Carbohydrate 328.80g	120%
Dietary Fiber 14.60g	52%
Total Sugars 295.90g
Protein 2.70g	5%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 127mg	10%
Iron 2mg	9%
Potassium 639mg	14%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.9%

Protein: 0.8%

Carbs: 98.3%