Introduction

This Christmas Jam Crockpot Recipe is a festive and cozy way to create homemade jam with minimal effort. Combining fresh or frozen cranberries and strawberries with warm spices, it delivers a sweet-tart flavor perfect for holiday breakfasts or gift-giving.

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Ingredients

1 ½ pounds cranberries, fresh or frozen
1 ½ pounds strawberries, fresh or frozen
1 cup granulated sugar
1 ¼ cups light brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground allspice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground ginger
Optional: zest of one orange or 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

Step 1: Add cranberries, strawberries, both sugars, and spices to the crockpot. Stir to combine everything evenly.
Step 2: Cover the crockpot and cook on high for four hours, stirring once halfway through to prevent sticking.
Step 3: Blend the hot mixture using an immersion blender or transfer in batches to a countertop blender. Pulse only two to three times to keep a jam-like texture.
Step 4: Ladle the hot jam into clean jars. Wipe the rims and secure the lids lightly. Let the jars cool to room temperature.
Step 5: Refrigerate the jam overnight before using to let flavors develop and the texture set.

Tips & Variations

For a citrusy twist, stir in orange zest or lemon juice before cooking.
Raspberries can be substituted for strawberries to add a more tart flavor.
This jam is refrigerator-only and not shelf-stable, so it must remain chilled.
Use clean, sterilized jars for best storage results and food safety.

Storage

Store the jam in the refrigerator in sealed jars for up to 3 weeks. You can also freeze the jam for longer storage; just leave some headspace in the jar to allow for expansion. Thaw in the fridge before use and stir before serving.

How to Serve

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Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can this jam be frozen after it’s made?

Yes, freezing is a great option for longer storage. Be sure to leave a little space at the top of the jar to allow for expansion as it freezes.

Can I use raspberries instead of strawberries?

Absolutely! Raspberries will give the jam a slightly more tart flavor, but they work wonderfully as a substitute and create a delicious variation.

Christmas Jam Crockpot Recipe

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This delightful Christmas Jam Crockpot Recipe combines fresh cranberries and strawberries with warm spices for a festive, easy-to-make jam. Slow-cooked in the crockpot, the jam develops rich flavors and a perfect texture with minimal effort. Ideal for spreading on toast, gifting during the holidays, or adding a sweet and tangy touch to your seasonal dishes.

Author: Lena
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
Yield: Approximately 5 cups of jam 1x
Category: Condiment
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale

Fruit

1 ½ pounds cranberries, fresh or frozen
1 ½ pounds strawberries, fresh or frozen

Sugars

1 cup granulated sugar
1 ¼ cups light brown sugar

Spices

2 teaspoons ground allspice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground ginger

Optional

Zest of one orange or 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

Add Ingredients: Combine the cranberries, strawberries, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and ground spices (allspice, cinnamon, ginger) in your crockpot. Stir thoroughly to mix all ingredients evenly.
Cook in Crockpot: Cover the crockpot and cook on the high setting for four hours. Halfway through cooking, pause to stir the mixture once to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking.
Blend the Jam: Once cooked, use an immersion blender directly in the crockpot or transfer the mixture in batches to a countertop blender. Pulse two to three times carefully to achieve a slightly chunky, jam-like texture rather than a completely smooth puree.
Jar the Jam: Ladle the hot jam into clean jars, wiping the rims to ensure they are free from residue. Secure the lids lightly to allow for some air circulation during cooling.
Cool and Store: Let the jars cool at room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate the jam overnight to set the texture fully before serving or gifting.

Notes

This jam is a refrigerator-only jam and is not shelf-stable. It must be kept refrigerated or frozen for safe storage.
If gifting, include a note that the jam requires refrigeration or freezing.
The jam can be frozen—leave space at the top of jars to allow for expansion during freezing.
Raspberries can be substituted for strawberries for a slightly more tart jam, which also tastes delicious.

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