Everyday Homemade

Easy Homemade Cranberry Jam

In just 30 minutes, you can make this easy, pectin-free jam recipe without any special canning equipment. It strikes the perfect balance between tart and sweet and is warmly spiced for the holiday season. Let's make this Cranberry Jam recipe together!

Why You'll Love This Homemade Cranberry Jam Recipe

01. Balanced sweet and tart flavors

02. Warmly spiced with a hint of orange

03. No pectin or special equipement

04. Great for gifting during the holidays

Ingredient List

Cranberries Orange Juice + Zest Granulated Sugar Cinnamon Nutmeg

Combine cranberries, sugar, and juice in saucepan

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Dissolve sugar

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Boil until thickened

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Add orange zest and spices

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Cool, store, and enjoy!

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Quick Tip

Dissolve sugar thoroughly.  Undissolved sugar can crystallize during cooking, resulting in a gritty texture.

Ashley Petrie

A Holiday Season Jam Recipe