Capsaicin Free Mixed Berry Chia Jam
Homemade jam has a way of making even a plain piece of toast feel like something special, and this berry version is genuinely hard to resist. Every ingredient here is naturally free of capsaicin — no sneaky spice blends, no chili-laced pectin, just pure fruit, honey, lemon, and a whisper of cinnamon. That matters more than it sounds, because store-bought jams and preserves can occasionally include unexpected flavorings that make label-reading a chore. Chia seeds do the thickening work here instead of traditional pectin, which means no fussing with candy thermometers or precise gel points — just stir, cool, and refrigerate. The result is a glossy, jewel-toned spread with a texture you can customize, whether you like it chunky and rustic or smooth enough to pipe onto a scone. Blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, or blackberries all play beautifully together, so you can use whatever is ripe, on sale, or already sitting in your freezer. It keeps in the fridge and gets even better as it sets, making it a brilliant thing to prep ahead for the week.
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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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