“Santa’s Favorite Jam”
As the holidays approach, there’s nothing quite like the aroma of simmering fruit filling your kitchen. It’s simple to make, absolutely delicious, and makes a thoughtful homemade gift for friends and family. “Santa’s Favorite Jam” is the perfect way to capture the season’s warmth in a jar.
Winter might not be the berry season, but that’s where the magic of frozen fruit comes in. Using a mixture of strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries, gives this jam deep, rich flavor and jewel-like color that feels perfectly festive. Add a splash of orange juice and a pinch of cinnamon, and you’ve got a jam that tastes like the holidays
🫙 INGREDIENTS NEEDED…..
- Mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
- Granulated sugar
- Lemon juice
- Zest of 1 orange
- Cinnamon (optional)
- 1 pouch liquid pectin (optional, for a firmer set)
Tie a little ribbon around the lid, add a handwritten label, sprinkle it with love and you’ve got a homemade holiday gift that spreads joy (literally!)
Homemade jam captures more than just flavor — it captures a feeling. A spoonful of this “Santa’s Favorite Jam” brings warmth to chilly mornings and makes your breakfast table sparkle with seasonal color. It’s the taste of the holidays, made with love.
Scroll on down for the complete recipe…..
Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tbsps lemon juice
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- 1 pouch liquid pectin (optional, for a firmer set)
Instructions
- If using frozen berries, let them thaw slightly. Lightly mash them with a fork or potato masher to your desired consistency.
- In a large pot, combine the berries, sugar, lemon juice, and orange zest. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring often.
- Stir in cinnamon (and pectin if using). Continue boiling for 10–15 minutes, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Pour the hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving ¼ inch of space at the top. Seal immediately in a water bath for 10 minutes. Rest at room temperature for 12 hours.
- Let jars cool completely before labeling. Store in the fridge for up to 3 weeks or process in a water bath for long-term storage.