Cranberry Spread Jam
Brighten up your breakfast table with this vibrant and tangy Cranberry Spread Jam, a homemade delight bursting with seasonal flavors! Made with fresh cranberries, zesty orange juice, and a hint of orange zest, this jam strikes the perfect balance of sweet and tart. The addition of vanilla extract creates a subtle warmth that makes this spread truly irresistible. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for slathering on toast, pairing with cheese boards, or as a festive topping for desserts. With its jewel-like color and fresh ingredients, this small-batch jam is sure to become a favorite staple in your fridge. Plus, it’s incredibly simple to make and can be stored for up to two weeks!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Fresh cranberries
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Water
- 0.5 cup Orange juice
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Rinse the fresh cranberries under cold water and discard any damaged or shriveled berries.
In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, granulated sugar, water, and orange juice.
Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture comes to a simmer and the cranberries start to burst, about 8–10 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and continue cooking for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens.
Stir in the orange zest and vanilla extract, then remove the saucepan from heat.
Allow the jam to cool slightly before transferring it to a clean, sterilized glass jar or container.
Let the cranberry spread jam cool completely at room temperature before sealing the jar and refrigerating.
Store the jam in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
986 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.9 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 11 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 255.0 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 225.1 g | ||
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 514 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
