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Christmas Freezer Jam

Sally Thompson
Bright, vibrant, and bursting with holiday flavor, this Christmas Freezer Jam is the perfect quick breakfast spread or easy recipe for festive gifting. Made with fresh cranberries and citrus, it delivers a sweet-tart balance that feels right at home on your table. Whether you're looking for breakfast ideas, a healthy snack twist, or creative food ideas for the holidays, this easy recipe will quickly become a seasonal favorite.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 day 35 minutes
Course Spread
Cuisine American
Servings 4 cups
Calories 45 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh cranberries
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 package freezer jam pectin about 1.75 oz
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon optional
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg optional

Instructions
 

  • 1. Rinse the cranberries thoroughly, remove stems, and pulse until finely chopped with slight texture
  • 2. Combine cranberries with orange juice and orange zest in a large bowl
  • 3. Add sugar, stir well, and let sit for 10–15 minutes
  • 4. Boil water and pectin for 1 minute while stirring constantly
  • 5. Mix hot pectin into fruit mixture and stir for 2–3 minutes
  • 6. Add optional spices and mix היט
  • 7. Pour into jars leaving 1/2 inch space
  • 8. Let sit at room temperature for 24 hours to set
  • 9. Store in freezer or refrigerator
  • 10. Serve and enjoy

Notes

Use fresh cranberries for best flavor and texture
Ensure pectin reaches a full rolling boil for proper setting
Leave space in jars to allow expansion during freezing

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 45kcalCarbohydrates: 11gFiber: 1gSugar: 10g
Keyword breakfast ideas, easy recipe, food ideas, holiday jam, quick breakfast
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