Paraben Free Carob Berry Jam
Homemade jam is one of those kitchen projects that feels far more impressive than the effort it actually takes, and this berry version delivers serious flavor with a beautifully clean ingredient list. Mixed berries bring natural sweetness and a gorgeous deep color, while carob powder adds a subtle, earthy richness that sets this spread apart from anything you'd find on a grocery store shelf. Honey keeps things naturally sweet, and fresh lemon juice brightens the whole mixture so it tastes alive rather than flat. Arrowroot starch does the thickening work here instead of conventional pectin or cornstarch, giving the finished jam a glossy, smooth texture that clings perfectly to toast or a warm biscuit. A pinch of Ceylon cinnamon stirred in at the end is optional but genuinely worth it — it rounds out the berry-carob combination in the best way. Store-bought jams and preserves often contain additives and synthetic preservatives that can be hard to avoid, so making your own means you know exactly what went into the jar. Spoon it over yogurt, swirl it into oatmeal, or keep it simple on a thick slice of buttered bread — this one earns a permanent spot in the fridge.
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8 servings
- 2 cups mixed berries (fresh or frozen — blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, or blackberries)
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp carob powder
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp arrowroot starch
- 2 tbsp cold water
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the berries, honey, carob powder, and lemon juice in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir to coat the berries, then cook, stirring occasionally, until the berries break down and the mixture is bubbling steadily, about 8–10 minutes. Use the back of the spoon to crush any large pieces.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk the arrowroot starch into the cold water until fully dissolved with no lumps.
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