For the Festive Fruit Base
2 cups (200g) fresh cranberries, rinsed
2 cups (300g) strawberries, hulled (fresh or frozen)
4 cups (800g) granulated sugar
½ cup (120ml) orange juice (freshly squeezed preferred)
1 tbsp (15ml) lemon juice (adds brightness and helps set)
For the Warm Spice Blend
1 tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp ground cloves
¼ tsp ground nutmeg (freshly grated if possible)
For Setting the Jam
1 packet (1.75 oz / 50g) fruit pectin (liquid or powdered—follow package type)
✅ Optional Upgrades:
¼ tsp ground ginger or cardamom for extra spice
Zest of 1 orange for fragrant citrus lift
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep the Fruit
Rinse cranberries and strawberries thoroughly.
Place in a food processor and pulse 5–6 times until finely chopped but not pureed—you want texture, not mush.
✅ Avoid over-processing; chunky fruit = rustic charm.
2. Cook the Jam Base
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot:
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