What ingredients are needed for the Christmas berry jam?

The ingredients include 500 g raspberries, 300 g blueberries, 200 g cranberries, zest and juice of an organic orange, juice of one lemon, 1–2 tsp gingerbread spice, 1 vanilla pod (optional), 1 kg 2:1 gelling sugar, and optionally 2–3 tbsp orange liqueur or rum and 1–2 tbsp honey for more depth.

How do you prepare the berries for the jam?

Place all the berries in a large pot. Frozen berries do not need to be thawed—this preserves their intense flavor.

What is the process for making the Christmas jam?

After preparing the berries, add the orange zest and juice, lemon juice, and gingerbread spice. Optionally add vanilla pod seeds. Fold in the jam sugar and let stand for 20–30 minutes. Heat and boil vigorously for 3–5 minutes. Optionally stir in orange liqueur or rum, adjust flavor, purée for smoothness or leave chunky, then pour into sterile jars, seal, and turn upside down for 5 minutes.

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Christmas jam with berries, orange, and gingerbread spice

An open jar of homemade Christmas jam made from red berries, decoratively surrounded by pine branches, red berries, cinnamon sticks, and winter Christmas decorations on a wooden table.

This winter jam brings the magic of Christmas right to your breakfast table.

Fresh berries, a delicate orange scent, and a hint of gingerbread spice give this recipe a festive aroma reminiscent of cozy winter moments, candlelight, and the first cookies of the season. This creamy Christmas jam is not only a highlight of any Advent brunch, but also a wonderful gift from the kitchen—ideal for family, friends, or as a small token of appreciation.

Ingredients (for approx. 6 glasses, 200 ml each)

Fruit (fresh or frozen):

500 g raspberries
300 g blueberries
200 g cranberries

Flavorings:

Zest + 3 tbsp juice of an organic orange
Juice of one lemon
1–2 tsp gingerbread spice
1 vanilla pod (optional)

Sweetness & gelling:

1 kg 2:1 gelling sugar

Optional for more depth:

2–3 tbsp orange liqueur or rum
1–2 tbsp honey for a slight caramel flavor

Preparation

Prepare the berries: Place all the berries in a large pot. Frozen berries do not need to be thawed—this preserves their intense flavor.
Add the flavor base: Grate the orange zest and add 3 tablespoons of juice. Stir in the lemon juice and mix in the gingerbread spice. Optionally, slit the vanilla pod lengthwise, scrape out the seeds, and add both to the fruit.
Add the jam sugar: Fold in the jam sugar and leave to stand for 20–30 minutes until enough juice has formed.
Bring to the boil: Heat the mixture while stirring and boil vigorously for 3–5 minutes.
Refine the flavor: Optionally, stir in orange liqueur or rum. Taste and add a little more gingerbread spice if necessary.
Adjust to desired consistency: Purée briefly for a smooth jam. For a chunky version, simply leave it as it is.
Filling: Pour the hot jam into sterile jars, seal immediately, and turn upside down for 5 minutes.

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