Description
Bring festive flavor to your table with this Classic Christmas Raspberry Jam. It’s a quick and easy recipe that captures the magic of the holidays in every spoonful. Made with fresh or frozen raspberries, a touch of lemon, and optional vanilla, it’s perfect for gifting, spreading on toast, or serving at brunch. Whether you’re looking for easy recipe ideas, breakfast spreads, or edible Christmas gifts, this jam is a delicious and versatile holiday favorite. It’s also ideal for quick breakfast, holiday food ideas, or to add sparkle to your healthy snack board.
Ingredients
2 cups raspberries
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
1. In a medium saucepan, combine the raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir gently to mix.
2. Cook over medium heat until the mixture comes to a soft boil, stirring occasionally.
3. Reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring more frequently as it thickens.
4. Test the jam by placing a spoonful on a cold plate; if it wrinkles when pushed, it’s ready.
5. Stir in vanilla extract (if using), then remove from heat.
6. Spoon the jam into sterilized jars and let cool before sealing.
Notes
Use a chilled plate to test jam thickness—this trick prevents overcooking.
Store in sterilized jars in the fridge for up to 3 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Jam
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: raspberry jam, holiday jam, easy raspberry spread, Christmas preserves, homemade jam