Paleo Mixed Berry Chia Jam
Bright, jammy, and bursting with real fruit flavor, this berry spread comes together on the stovetop with just a handful of clean ingredients. Store-bought jams are almost always loaded with refined sugar and additives that don't fit a grain-free, whole-foods lifestyle, so making your own is genuinely worth the effort. Here, honey does the sweetening, lemon juice adds a little brightness, and chia seeds work their magic as a natural thickener — no pectin, no cornstarch, no shortcuts needed. A pinch of cinnamon rounds everything out and gives the jam a warmth that makes it taste far more complex than the ingredient list suggests. You can leave it chunky and rustic or mash it smooth depending on your mood, and the whole thing sets up beautifully in the fridge within an hour. Spoon it over almond flour pancakes, swirl it into coconut yogurt, or just eat it straight from the jar — no judgment here.
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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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