Oats 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 the fridge at all times. It comes together with just a handful of clean ingredients — berries, honey, lemon juice, cinnamon, and chia seeds — so there's no mystery about what's actually in the jar. Store-bought jams and spreads can be a minefield for anyone avoiding grain-based thickeners or processed additives, but here the chia seeds do all the thickening work naturally as the jam chills. The result is a luscious, glossy spread with a texture that rivals anything you'd find on a grocery shelf. You can keep it chunky and rustic or mash it smooth depending on your mood, which makes it incredibly versatile on toast, stirred into yogurt, or spooned over pancakes. The hint of cinnamon alongside the bright lemon juice gives it a depth that makes it taste far more complex than the short ingredient list suggests.
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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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