Eggless Mixed Berry Chia Jam
Homemade jam has a way of making everything taste more special, and this berry version is as vibrant and fresh as it gets. Traditional jam recipes often rely on pectin or gelatin products that can carry unexpected additives, but here the chia seeds do all the thickening work naturally — no eggs, no fillers, just real fruit doing its thing. A handful of mixed berries, a drizzle of honey, and a squeeze of lemon come together in one saucepan, and the whole process is beautifully straightforward. The cinnamon adds a subtle warmth that makes this taste far more complex than the short ingredient list suggests. You can leave it a little chunky for a rustic, textured spread or mash it smooth depending on your mood — either way it sets up beautifully after a chill in the fridge. Slather it on toast, swirl it into yogurt, or spoon it over oatmeal and you'll wonder why you ever bought a jar from the store.
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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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