Berry Medley Jam Recipe
This Berry Medley Jam is a sweet and tangy spread made with fresh strawberries, cranberries, and raspberries. The addition of vanilla and cinnamon brings warmth and depth, making it a perfect treat for spreading on toast, pairing with desserts, or enjoying by the spoonful.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups
- Category: Jam, Spread, Dessert
- Method: Simmered
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
1 cup fresh cranberries
1 cup fresh raspberries
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
½ cup water
1 tsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
¼ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Berries: Rinse the berries, hull and quarter the strawberries. Add them to a saucepan with cranberries and raspberries.
- Combine Ingredients: Add sugar, water, and lemon juice to the saucepan. Stir gently until sugar starts dissolving.
- Cook the Jam: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to simmer for 20-25 minutes, mashing the berries slightly for texture.
- Add Final Flavor Touches: Stir in vanilla extract and cinnamon (if using). Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Jar and Store: Ladle jam into sterilized jars, seal tightly, and allow to cool before refrigerating. The jam lasts up to 2 weeks in the fridge.
Notes
Texture: Mash the berries to your preferred consistency, leaving some chunks for texture.
Storage: Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or follow canning procedures for longer shelf life.
Pectin: No added pectin needed; natural pectin from the fruit will help the jam set.
Canning Option: Follow proper canning procedures to preserve the jam for several months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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