Dairy Free Mixed Berry Chia Jam
Bright, jammy, and bursting with real fruit flavor, this mixed berry spread comes together on the stovetop with just a handful of wholesome ingredients. Unlike store-bought jams that often sneak in dairy-derived additives or are processed on shared equipment, this one is completely plant-based from start to finish — honey, lemon juice, cinnamon, and chia seeds are all you need beyond the berries themselves. The chia seeds do the heavy lifting here, naturally thickening the jam as it cools without any pectin or gelatin, which makes it a genuinely clean option for anyone avoiding animal-based dairy. You can go rustic and leave some berry chunks for texture, or mash it smooth if you prefer a more polished spread — either way, the result is deeply fruity with a warm hint of cinnamon running through every bite. It's equally at home on toast, stirred into oatmeal, or dolloped over a bowl of coconut yogurt. Once it sets in the fridge, the consistency is spot-on — thick, glossy, and satisfying in a way that most dairy-free alternatives simply aren't.
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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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