Crockpot Christmas Jam – A Sweet & Spiced Holiday Spread
Crockpot Christmas Jam is a sweet-tart, spiced fruit preserve made with cranberries, strawberries, and warm holiday spices. Perfect for gifting or holiday breakfasts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: ~4 half-pint jars
Ingredients
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2 cups cranberries (fresh or frozen)
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3 cups strawberries (fresh or frozen, hulled)
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3 cups granulated sugar
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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¼ tsp ground cloves
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1 pouch liquid fruit pectin (3 oz)
Instructions
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Add cranberries, strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and cloves to crockpot. Stir to combine.
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Cook on high for 3–4 hours, stirring occasionally. Mash fruit for desired consistency.
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Stir in liquid pectin. Cook for 15 more minutes.
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Test for thickness using a chilled plate.
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Ladle into sterilized jars and seal.
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Refrigerate for up to 4 weeks or water-bath can for shelf storage.
Notes
For added flavor, include orange zest or juice. Adjust spices to your preference. Use low-sugar pectin and reduce sugar for a lighter version.