Cherry jam refers to a jam which is made using cherries. Cherry jam is characterised by a red color and a fruity cherry-like aroma. Cherry jam is essentially sweet in taste. It is often used as a spread on breads, buns, pies or sandwiches. Cherry jam is easy to make and is prepared using ingredients like cherries, sugar, artificial colors and water. Cherry jam is usually prepaed over the stove and then cooled in a refridgerator before it is used as a jam.