Hazelnut Free Mixed Berry Chia Jam
Bright, jammy, and bursting with real fruit flavor, this mixed berry spread is the kind of thing you'll want to keep stocked in your fridge at all times. Store-bought jams can be a minefield when you're navigating nut allergies — shared facilities and vague labeling make even a simple jar of strawberry preserves feel like a gamble. Making your own means you know exactly what's in it: mixed berries, honey, lemon juice, cinnamon, and chia seeds. Nothing more, nothing less. The chia seeds do the heavy lifting here, naturally thickening the jam as it cools without any pectin or additives. You can keep it chunky and rustic or mash it smooth depending on your mood — either way, it sets up beautifully after a chill in the fridge. Spread it on toast, swirl it into yogurt, or spoon it over oatmeal for a hit of color and sweetness that tastes way more impressive than the effort involved.
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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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