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Canning Cranberry Juice – Easy Whole Cranberries Recipe

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  • Author: Lila
  • Total Time: Approximately 6 weeks including flavor development time
  • Yield: 1 quart jar of cranberry juice 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This easy homemade cranberry juice canning recipe uses whole cranberries, sugar, and water to create a delicious, refreshing juice that can be safely preserved using a water bath canner. The recipe provides step-by-step instructions for canning the juice, ensuring a long shelf life and rich flavor development after a few weeks.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups whole cranberries (washed)
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 4 cups water (heated)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Jars and Equipment: Wash your canning jars thoroughly and warm them in the canner filled with hot water to prevent breakage during processing.
  2. Fill Jars: Place 1 3/4 cups of washed whole cranberries into each quart jar. Add between 1/4 and 1/2 cup sugar according to your preference; the recipe author used 1/2 cup but 1/4 cup can be used with a sugar alternative added when drinking the juice.
  3. Add Hot Water: Pour hot water into each jar over the cranberries and sugar, leaving a 1/4 inch headspace. Ensure you don’t overfill to allow for expansion during processing.
  4. Remove Air Bubbles and Seal: Use a bubble popper tool or a non-metallic spatula to remove air bubbles from the jars. Wipe the jar rims clean with a damp cloth to ensure a good seal. Place the lid and ring securely onto each jar.
  5. Process in Water Bath Canner: Place the jars in the water bath canner and cover with 1-2 inches of water. Process quart jars for 25 minutes if under 1,000 feet elevation; 30 minutes for elevations between 1,000 and 6,000 feet; and 35 minutes for elevations above 6,000 feet.
  6. Cool Jars: After processing, turn off the canner and remove the lid. Allow the jars to sit in the hot water for 5 minutes. Then use a jar lifter to carefully remove the jars and place them on a towel or heatproof surface to cool completely.
  7. Flavor Development: Let your canned cranberry juice sit sealed for 4 to 6 weeks. When ready to drink, strain out the whole cranberries and enjoy the juice.

Notes

  • You can adjust the sugar quantity for sweetness or use a sugar substitute but add it when drinking rather than during canning for best results.
  • Ensure you sanitize all jars, lids, and equipment to prevent contamination during canning.
  • The processing time varies depending on elevation to ensure safety.
  • Allow the juice to mature for several weeks to develop the best flavor.
  • Use a bubble popper or similar tool to remove air bubbles and ensure proper sealing of jars.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 to 35 minutes (processing time varies with elevation)
  • Category: Beverages
  • Method: Canning
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: cranberry juice, canning recipe, homemade juice, water bath canning, whole cranberries, preserved beverages

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