BHA & BHT Free Mixed Berry Chia Jam
Store-bought jams and preserves are notorious for sneaking in synthetic preservatives like BHA and BHT to extend shelf life, which makes finding a clean option on the grocery shelf genuinely frustrating. This homemade berry jam skips all of that entirely — every ingredient is whole, recognizable, and exactly what it sounds like. Mixed berries, honey, lemon juice, cinnamon, and chia seeds come together in a single saucepan to create a spread that's bright, jammy, and deeply fruity. The chia seeds do the thickening work naturally, so there's no pectin, no additives, and no guesswork about what's actually in the jar. You can leave it a little chunky and rustic or mash it smooth depending on your mood — both versions are genuinely delicious. It's the kind of recipe that makes you wonder why you ever bought the bottled stuff in the first place.
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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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