Ingredients
Fruits
- 24 oz. fresh cranberries (about 6 cups)
- 16 oz. fresh strawberries
Spices
- 1½ tsp. ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp. ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp. ground cloves
- ¼ tsp. ground ginger
Sweetener
- 2 cups brown sugar
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the fresh cranberries, strawberries, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, and brown sugar into the slow cooker. Stir well to evenly distribute the spices and sugar among the fruit.
- Cook the Jam: Set the slow cooker to HIGH and cook for 4 hours. Do not open the lid during the cooking process to ensure even cooking and proper thickening.
- Blend the Mixture: After cooking, transfer the contents to a blender or use an immersion blender directly in the slow cooker. Pulse gently until a jam forms, being careful not to overblend to avoid turning the jam into cranberry butter.
- Cool and Thicken: Allow the jam to cool; it will thicken further due to natural pectin in cranberries. Patience during cooling is essential for the perfect jam consistency.
- Store the Jam: Once cooled, transfer the jam to jars or airtight containers and store in the refrigerator. It can be enjoyed on toast, pancakes, or as a festive accompaniment to your holiday meals.
Notes
- Do not open the slow cooker lid while cooking to ensure the jam thickens properly.
- Be careful not to overblend; pulsing is enough to reach the desired jam consistency.
- The jam will thicken significantly as it cools, thanks to the natural pectin in cranberries, so the initial runny texture is normal.
- This jam keeps well refrigerated for up to two weeks or can be frozen for longer storage.
- Using fresh cranberries and strawberries ensures the best flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Condiments
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
