Tart and delicious, this Simple Cranberry Orange Jam is made with just 4 ingredients in about 30 minutes.
Anyone else find themselves with leftover bags of fresh cranberries after Thanksgiving? Maybe you went a little overboard stocking up and are now looking for a delicious way to use these tart little berries up besides the typical sauce?
If so, this Simple Cranberry Orange Jam is the perfect way to to do just that.
Deliciously tart with just enough sweetness and a pop of fresh orange flavor, this jam is so tasty. Like my kiddos broke out into a happy dance right there in the kitchen upon tasting, tasty. They've been happily slathering it on toast and waffles since we made it and haven't tired of it yet.
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ingredients
- cranberries - fresh or frozen
- sugar
- fresh orange juice
- orange zest
See recipe card for quantities.
instructions
Making this jam is so easy with just 4 ingredients and about 30 minutes needed.
Combine the cranberries, sugar, juice and zest in the sauce pan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Then reduce heat and gently simmer, stirring occasionally, to allow cranberries to burst and break down. Use the back of a wooden spoon to help any stubborn berries. Continue to simmer for 20-30 minutes until thickened and jammy.
Whether to strain the jam or blend it smooth is up to your personal preference. We like the small pieces of cranberries left and the seeds aren't a bother. If you prefer a smoother consistency allow the jam to cool to room temp and then pass through a mesh strainer or blend.
equipment
There's no special equipment needed, just a medium sauce pan and a wooden spoon.
storage
Store the jam in a jar in the refrigerator. Use in 1-2 weeks.
ways to use this jam
- as an oatmeal topping
- on toast or muffins
- swirled into nice cream or smoothies
- on pancakes or waffles
more recipes with cranberries
If you're looking for more recipes made with cranberries, you're in luck. There's a few here on the site like this smoothie, these cookies and this sandwich. Enjoy!
If you make a recipe, I would love to know how it turns out! You can leave a comment and rating below or snap a pic and tag it @weelittlevegans on Instagram so I'll be sure to see it!
Recipe
Simple Cranberry Orange Jam
Ingredients
- 1 12oz bag of fresh cranberries
- ½ cup fresh squeezed orange juice
- zest of 1 orange
- ¾ cup sugar
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a medium sauce pan over medium heat.
- Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer. Continue simmering for 25 - 30 minutes stirring occasionally until cranberries burst and break down and become jammy.
- Allow to cool and pass through mesh strainer to remove seeds or blend, if desired.
- Transfer to a jar and store in the fridge for up to 3-4 weeks.
Lenora Schaber says
Very easy recipe. I tripled the ingredients and added an extra half cup of sugar to suit my taste. This produced 3 pint and one half-pint jars.
Melissa says
Thanks for your feedback! So happy you like it!
Mary S. says
Can this be canned?
Neonkitty_NYC says
What a fantastic and easy recipe. It could not have been more straightforward and simple to follow. Thank you!
Melissa says
Yay!! So happy you like the recipe!
Didi says
Been making this for years but I finely julienne the orange rind, looks better and tastes better.
Melissa says
What is your point?
Patricia says
Can this be canned safely
Danielle says
Will this keep well in the freezer?
Elaine says
This is my third season making the recipe-O use some for Thanksgiving dinner and put the rest in small jars to add to Christmas gifts. I make 2-3 batches and use on oatmeal, rice pudding, and English muffins!
Melissa says
This made my day! I'm beyond thrilled that you enjoy the recipe and make it every year. Thank you so much for sharing the wonderful ways you use this jam!