Cranberry Jam for Cake – Recipe with Step-by-Step Photos

Cranberry jam is a sweet and sour cranberry delicacy typically served as a gravy with Thanksgiving turkey in the United States. In the UK and Canada, it's a Christmas sauce and is also traditionally served with red meat. Either way, it's delicious and healthy.

Nutritional value per serving

122 kcal

Proteins: 0.2 g
Fats: 0.3 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g

*Nutritional value is calculated per 100g of ingredients

Total time: 20 min
Time in the kitchen: 20 min
Complexity:

A simple recipe.
Number of servings: 1

100 grams of jam

Cranberry jam's flavor varies depending on where it's made. For example, in Europe it has a tart flavor, while in North America it typically contains more sugar or other sweeteners.

Classic cranberry jam is made from cranberries and sugar syrup. The berries are brought to a boil, then simmered until they become pureed and the mixture thickens. However, other, more varied recipes can now be found that include almonds, orange juice, citrus zest, ginger, maple syrup, port, and cinnamon.

Recipe with step-by-step photos

Cranberry jam

Ingredients

Servings

100 grams of jam

Cranberry

300 G
Sugar

150 G
Lemon juice

2 tsp
Water

125 ml

Preparation

Step 1

Place the cranberries in a heavy-bottomed saucepan and place over medium heat. Heat until the berries begin to release their juices.

Step 2

Add water. To speed up the cooking process, you can use boiled water.

Step 3

Add sugar and mix thoroughly.

Step 4

Squeeze the lemon or lime juice. If you don't have either, use diluted citric acid. The lemon will neutralize the cranberries' acidity and make them softer.

Step 5

Heat the mixture to a boil, then cook over medium heat, stirring constantly.

Step 6

Wait until the berries are thoroughly cooked and soft. Now mash them thoroughly with a potato masher until smooth.

Step 7

Cook until thickened for 10 minutes.

Step 8

Remove from heat and let cool. Transfer the jam to a suitable container.

Adviсe

Cranberry jam can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
Cranberry jam can be frozen and stored in the freezer for up to a year.
You can use any other citrus juice instead of lemon juice. Orange, lime, and tangerine will taste great in the sauce.

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The consistency of the jam may vary depending on the amount of thickener you added, as well as the berries used. When hot, the mixture is always more liquid, but once cooled, it reaches its final consistency.

Cranberry jam can be thick or thick. If thick, it can be served as a sauce. This can be used with desserts, salads, or meat dishes. It can also be used as a spread on toast and croissants.

Place the jam directly on a plate or use a special sauceboat.

If the jam turns out thick, reminiscent of marmalade, it can be served sliced.

In both cases, the jam's consistency allows it to be used as a filling. It can be used to fill pies, muffins, cakes, and much more.

For breakfast, this is a great addition to oatmeal.

Cranberry jam is not only delicious but also very healthy. Cranberries contain a lot of vitamin C, antioxidants, and trace elements, making it a great way to not only complement your favorite dish with a delicious filling and sauce but also improve your health.

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