Homemade Cranberry Apple Jam for Irresistible Holiday Mornings

This Cranberry Apple Jam is a delightful spread for holiday mornings, featuring fresh apples and cranberries with no pectin needed.

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Prep Time 2

Cook Time 10

Cooling Time 2

Total Time 4 10

Servings: 8 jars

Course: Sauce

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

For the Jam

4 cups Apples Use crisp varieties like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for the best texture and natural sweetness.
2 cups Fresh Cranberries Provides the tartness and natural pectin needed for gelling; frozen cranberries can work but may soften the jam.
3 cups Sugar Balances the tart flavors of cranberries; reduce to 2 cups for a lower-sugar version, but expect a saucier consistency.
1 lemon Juice Helps prevent browning of apples; includes 2-3 tablespoons.

Optional Variations

1 cup Sugar Consider reducing sugar for an even tarter jam.
Fruit Mix-ins Feel free to experiment with different apple varieties or add fruits like blueberries or raspberries.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the Apples: Peel, core, and dice 4 cups of crisp apples into 1/4 inch pieces.
Macerate the Apples: Toss the diced apples in a large bowl with lemon juice and sugar. Cover and let sit for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Cook the Jam: Combine the macerated apple mixture with cranberries in a jam pot over medium-high heat. Stir and simmer for about 8-10 minutes.
Jar and Seal: Ladle the hot jam into prepared jars, leaving a 1/4 inch headspace. Process in a boiling water bath for 10-15 minutes.
Cool and Store: Allow jars to cool for several hours and check seals after 12-24 hours.

Serving: 1jarCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 37gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

This jam pairs wonderfully with toast, pancakes, or yogurt, making every morning special.

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