If you love the tart, refreshing flavor of cranberries, there’s nothing quite like making your own cranberry juice at home.
With just fresh cranberries, organic sugar, and water, you can enjoy a naturally delicious juice that’s free from preservatives. Plus, using a reliable electric canner and mason jars ensures you can store your homemade creation safely and enjoy it year-round.
Whether you’re new to canning or a seasoned pro, this recipe is straightforward, rewarding, and a wonderful way to savor the flavor of fresh cranberries.
Homemade Cranberry Juice Recipe for Quart Jars
Description
Now you have homemade cranberry juice ready to enjoy at any time of year! This method is great for preserving the fresh taste of cranberries and can be enjoyed on its own or mixed into cocktails, smoothies, or as a base for sauces.
Ingredients Needed:
Instructions
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Prepare the Jars
Sterilize your quart jars and lids in boiling water or a dishwasher to ensure they're clean and safe for canning
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Fill the Jars
Add 2 cups of cranberries to each quart jar. Adjust the amount based on how strong you’d like the juice to be
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Add Sugar
Add 1/2 cup of sugar to each jar, depending on your sweetness preference. You can also leave out the sugar if you'd prefer unsweetened juice.
I like to use organic sugar.
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Add Water
Pour boiling water into the jars, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace. Stir gently with a non-metallic utensil to dissolve the sugar and release air bubbles.
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Seal the Jars
Wipe the rims of the jars to remove any residue, then place the sterilized lids on and tighten the bands to fingertip-tight.
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Process in Water Bath
Place the jars in a boiling water bath canner, ensuring they are fully submerged. Process for 15 minutes (adjust for altitude if necessary).
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Cool and Store
Remove the jars and let them cool completely on a towel or cooling rack. Check that the lids have sealed properly before storing.
Equipment Used
Note
A mix of sweet and tart apple varieties works best
