Artificial Flavors Free Mixed Berry Chia Jam
Real fruit, real honey, real lemon — that's the entire flavor story here, and it's a genuinely delicious one. Store-bought jams are notorious for sneaking in artificial flavors, colors, and preservatives that have nothing to do with actual berries, so making your own is one of the easiest swaps you can make in your kitchen. This version relies on mixed berries breaking down naturally over heat, with a little honey and fresh lemon juice coaxing out everything that makes fruit taste like itself. Ground cinnamon adds a subtle warmth that rounds out the brightness without masking it. The real magic comes from chia seeds, which thicken the jam as it chills — no pectin, no additives, just tiny seeds doing their thing. You can go rustic and chunky or mash it smooth depending on your mood, and either way it sets up beautifully in the fridge. Spread it on toast, swirl it into yogurt, or spoon it straight from the jar — no label-reading required.
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8 servings
- 2 cups mixed berries (fresh or frozen — blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, or blackberries)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 3 tbsp chia seeds
Instructions
- 1
Combine the berries, honey, lemon juice, and cinnamon in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the berries release their juices and begin to break down, about 8–10 minutes.
- 2
Use the back of a spoon or spatula to gently mash the berries to your preferred texture — leave some chunks for a rustic jam or mash thoroughly for a smoother spread.
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