Christmas Jam in Crockpot (Print)
A fruity, spiced holiday jam crafted from cranberries and strawberries using a crockpot.
# Ingredients:
→ Fruit Base
01 -
12 ounces fresh or frozen cranberries
02 -
1 pound fresh strawberries, washed and hulled
→ Sweetening
03 -
1 cup granulated sugar
04 -
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
→ Spice Blend
05 -
1 teaspoon ground allspice
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 -
1 teaspoon ground ginger
→ Brightness
08 -
Optional citrus zest or lemon juice for a zesty kick
# Directions:
01 -
In your crockpot, combine the strawberries, cranberries, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, ground allspice, ground cinnamon, and ground ginger. Stir gently to coat the fruit.
02 -
Cover the crockpot and cook on high for 4 hours, stirring halfway through to prevent sticking.
03 -
After 4 hours, pulse the jam with an immersion blender to achieve a thick, spreadable consistency.
04 -
Fill clean jars with warm jam, wipe the rims, and secure the lids lightly.
05 -
Allow the jars to cool at room temperature for about an hour, then transfer them to the refrigerator.