Best 6 In A Cranberry Jam Recipes

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Cranberry jam is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used to enhance the flavor of a wide variety of dishes, from breakfast pastries to savory meats. Whether you're looking for a classic recipe that has been passed down through generations or a modern twist on this traditional treat, there are countless ways to create a cranberry jam that will tantalize your taste buds. This article will explore some of the best recipes for cooking in a cranberry jam, providing you with the knowledge and inspiration you need to craft the perfect addition to your next meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HOMEMADE CRANBERRY JAM



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This simple cranberry jam is made with only 4 ingredients and makes a perfect addition to many breakfast dishes.

Provided by Lyuba Brooke

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 lb fresh cranberries
1 cup white granulated sugar
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 large apple (peeled, cored, diced)

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in a medium saucepan, mix, and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover with a lid, and gently simmer, stirring frequently, for 45-60 minutes. Keep covered while simmering, leaving only a little crack for the steam to escape. Make sure it simmers gently. Stir from time to time.
  • Transfer into a blender and puree until smooth.
  • Let cool completely and transfer to a medium jar. Once completely cooled, close with a lid tight and refrigerate.
  • Without canning process, this jam will last about 6 weeks in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Sodium 1 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 29 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SPICED CRANBERRY JAM



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I needed to fill some holiday cookies with jam and since raspberries and apricots weren't in season, I opted to use cranberries. This jam is lightly sweetened, fragrant, and has a beautiful color that complemented the cookies perfectly!

Provided by LauraF

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Jams and Jellies Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (12 ounce) bag fresh cranberries
¾ cup white sugar
½ cup turbinado sugar
¼ cup water
1 orange, zested
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon ground allspice
1 dash ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine cranberries, white sugar, turbinado sugar, water, orange zest, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, allspice, and pepper in a large pot over medium heat. Simmer, stirring frequently, until sugar dissolves and cranberries pop, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Blend cranberry jam into desired consistency using an immersion blender.
  • Pour jam into a glass pint jar; cool until thickened and set, about 1 hour. Seal jar and refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70.3 calories, Carbohydrate 18.2 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 3.1 mg, Sugar 16.1 g

CRANBERRY JAM



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An easy Cranberry Jam recipe

Categories     Fruit Juice     Breakfast     Dessert     Thanksgiving     Quick & Easy     Cranberry     Fall     Vegan     Gourmet     Fat Free     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes about 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (12-oz) bag fresh or frozen cranberries (not thawed; 3 1/2 cups)
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1 cup water

Steps:

  • Bring all ingredients to a boil in a 2-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, about 20 minutes (jam will continue to thicken as it cools).
  • Force jam through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl, discarding skins and seeds. Cool, stirring occasionally.

HOLIDAY CRANBERRY JAM



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This cranberry jam is one I make at Christmas for family and friends. I especially like serving it for brunch, along with muffins or toast and fruit. -Sandee Berg, Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 5 half-pints.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
1 medium orange, peeled and broken into sections
1 carton (16 ounces) frozen sliced strawberries, thawed
3 cups sugar
1 pouch (3 ounces) liquid fruit pectin

Steps:

  • In a food processor, coarsely process cranberries and orange sections. Place in a Dutch oven with strawberries and sugar. Bring to a full rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Boil for 1 minute. , Remove from the heat and stir in the pectin. Skim off the foam. Carefully ladle into hot half-pint jars, leaving 1/4-in. headspace. Remove air bubbles; wipe rims and adjust lids. Process for 10 minutes in a boiling-water canner.

Nutrition Facts :

HIGHBUSH CRANBERRY JAM



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Although not true cranberries, highbush cranberries also have tart red fruits that can be used in cooking. This is a lovely spread with mouthwatering tangy flavor.-Evelyn Gebhardt, Kasilof, Alaska

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 3-4 half-pints.

Number Of Ingredients 8

7-1/2 cups highbush cranberries
3/4 cup water
2 cups sugar
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
2 tablespoons orange juice
3/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a large covered kettle, simmer cranberries and water for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Press berries through a strainer; discard skins. Strain mixture through a double layer of cheesecloth (juice will drip through; discard or set aside for another use). Measure 6 cups of the pulp that remains in the cheesecloth and place in the kettle. Add remaining ingredients. Simmer, uncovered, for 30-40 minutes, stirring frequently. Pour into freezer containers. Cool. Refrigerate or freeze.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

CRANBERRY ONION JAM



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Provided by Amanda Hesser

Categories     dips and spreads

Time 40m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 pounds sweet onions, peeled and sliced as thinly as possible
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/3 cup sugar
2 cups fresh cranberries
Sea salt and ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat a large sauté pan over medium-high heat, and add oil. Spread onions evenly in pan, and cook without stirring for 5 minutes.
  • Stir the onions, and cook until they are deep brown in color, about 20 minutes. Stir once or twice to brown onions evenly; do not allow to burn.
  • Add vinegar, sugar and cranberries to pan; mix well. Reduce heat to low, and simmer until cranberries have wilted, 8 to 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Allow to cool before serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 153, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 498 milligrams, Sugar 20 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips for Making the Best Cranberry Jam:

  • Choose the right cranberries. Look for firm, plump cranberries that are deep red in color. Avoid cranberries that are soft, bruised, or have any signs of mold.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot. This will help to prevent the jam from scorching.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. This will help to preserve the cranberries' color and flavor.
  • Stir the jam frequently. This will help to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
  • Cook the jam until it reaches the desired consistency. This will depend on how thick you want the jam to be.
  • Let the jam cool completely before storing it. This will help to prevent the jam from spoiling.

Conclusion:

Cranberry jam is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of ways. It is perfect for spreading on toast, pancakes, or waffles. It can also be used as a filling for pies, tarts, and cookies. Cranberry jam is also a great gift for friends and family. With its tart and tangy flavor, cranberry jam is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make jam, give cranberry jam a try. You won't be disappointed!

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