Homemade Christmas Jam With Berries And Spice
A festive jam made with fresh berries and warm spices, perfect for holiday gifting and breakfast spreads.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 48 servings 1x
- Method: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups mixed berries (such as raspberries, strawberries, and blueberries)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 packet pectin (1.75 ounces)
Instructions
- Prepare the berries: Wash and crush the mixed berries in a large bowl.
- Combine ingredients: In a large pot, mix the crushed berries, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Stir well.
- Cook the mixture: Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Add pectin and continue boiling for 1 minute.
- Jar the jam: Remove from heat and skim off any foam. Pour into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace.
- Process jars: Wipe rims, apply lids, and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
- Cool and store: Remove jars and let cool. Check seals and store in a cool, dark place.
Notes
For best results, use fresh, ripe berries. This jam makes about 6 half-pint jars.
Nutrition
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Protein: 0g
Find it online: https://www.delicetreats.com/homemade-christmas-jam/