Festive Amish Christmas Jam Recipe
The holiday season deserves flavors filled with warmth and joy. Christmas mornings feel magical with sweet spreads and homemade treats.
Ingredients
- 2 cups strawberries
- 2 cups raspberries
- 2 cups crushed pineapple
- 2 cups peaches
- 4 cups sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 packet fruit pectin
Instructions
- Wash the fruits thoroughly.
- Add fruits into a saucepan.
- Mash the fruit gently.
- Add sugar into the pan.
- Add spices and lemon juice.
- Mix everything until combined.
- Bring mixture to a boil slowly.
- Add pectin and stir carefully.
- Boil hard for one minute.
- Remove from heat safely.
- Fill jars using the funnel.
- Seal jars tightly and cool.
Notes
- Always use clean jars.
- Stir often while boiling.
- Do not overcook fruit.
- Add extra spice if desired.
- Cool jars fully before storing.
- Label jars with dates.
- Store jars in cool places.