Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of winter with this vibrant Apple Cranberry Winter Jam. Combining the sweetness of fresh Gala apples with the tangy burst of cranberries, this jam is perfect for spreading on warm toast or adding to holiday desserts. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, it’s a seasonal treat that captures the essence of cozy mornings and festive gatherings. With just a handful of ingredients and straightforward instructions, you can create a homemade jam that’s sure to impress family and friends alike. Enjoy it within two weeks, or share it as a thoughtful gift!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries
- 2 medium Gala apples
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, combine rinsed cranberries, diced apples, granulated sugar, and water.
- Cook over medium-high heat until the mixture reaches a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes until cranberries burst and apples soften. Stir frequently.
- Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and cinnamon.
- Spoon hot jam into clean, heat-proof glass jars, allowing it to cool before sealing with lids.
- Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks; the jam will thicken as it cools.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Preserve
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (125g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg