Beef Free Mixed Berry Chia Jam
Bright, jammy, and bursting with real fruit flavor, this mixed berry chia spread is the kind of thing you'll want to keep stocked in the fridge at all times. It comes together in a single saucepan with just a handful of wholesome ingredients — berries, honey, lemon juice, cinnamon, and chia seeds — no pectin, no preservatives, and absolutely nothing to second-guess. The chia seeds do all the thickening work naturally, swelling as the jam cools into a perfectly spreadable consistency that rivals anything you'd find on a store shelf. A touch of cinnamon and fresh lemon juice round out the berry sweetness with just enough warmth and brightness to make it feel a little special. You can keep the texture rustic with some fruit chunks or mash it smooth depending on your mood — either way, it's gorgeous on toast, stirred into yogurt, or dolloped over oatmeal. It sets up beautifully in the fridge and keeps well, so making a batch on the weekend means easy, flavorful mornings all week long.
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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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