Seed Oil Free Mixed Berry Chia Jam
Most store-bought jams sneak in refined oils through additives, emulsifiers, or processed pectin blends — so making your own is genuinely the cleanest route. This version relies entirely on whole fruit, honey, lemon juice, cinnamon, and chia seeds to get the job done, with zero industrial oils anywhere in the picture. The chia seeds do the thickening naturally as the jam cools, swelling into a luscious, spreadable texture that rivals anything in a jar at the grocery store. Blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries all bring their own brightness, and a touch of cinnamon ties everything together with a subtle warmth. You can keep it chunky and rustic or mash it smooth — either way, it sets up beautifully after a rest in the fridge. Slather it on toast, swirl it into yogurt, or spoon it over oatmeal knowing exactly what went into every bite.
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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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