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Homemade Cranberry Apple Jam in a jar with fresh apples and cranberries

Cranberry Apple Jam

Homemade cranberry apple jam is a delightful spread, perfect for toast, scones, or as a vibrant accompaniment to your holiday meals. This recipe combines the tartness of cranberries with the sweetness of apples, creating a balanced and flavorful preserve.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 20 servings
Course: Breakfast, Condiment, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 60
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 cups Cranberries fresh or frozen
  • 2 pounds Apples peeled, cored, diced
  • 3.5 cups Granulated Sugar
  • 0.5 cup Water
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice freshly squeezed

Equipment

  • Large heavy-bottomed pot
  • Ladle
  • Sterilized jars (half-pint or pint)
  • Canning Funnel
  • Water bath canner

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine cranberries, diced apples, sugar, water, and lemon juice in a large, heavy-bottomed pot; stir to mix.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, then reduce heat and simmer gently.
  3. Continue simmering for 40-50 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the fruit is soft and the jam has thickened.
  4. Ladle the hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace, and seal. Process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes for shelf stability, if desired.

Notes

For a smoother jam, mash the fruit with a potato masher during cooking or blend briefly with an immersion blender. Ensure jars are properly sterilized for safe storage. Jam can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks or processed for longer shelf life.