Turmeric 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 in a single saucepan with just a handful of wholesome ingredients — berries, honey, lemon juice, cinnamon, and chia seeds — so you always know exactly what's going into the jar. Store-bought jams can be surprisingly tricky to navigate when you're avoiding certain spices and additives, but this one is completely transparent from start to finish. The chia seeds do the heavy lifting as a natural thickener, giving you that classic spreadable texture without any pectin or mystery ingredients. A little honey and fresh lemon juice balance the tartness of the berries beautifully, while a hint of cinnamon adds warmth without overpowering the fruit. You can leave it chunky and rustic or mash it smooth depending on your mood — either way, it's incredible on toast, stirred into yogurt, or spooned over oatmeal. Make a batch on the weekend and it'll quietly become one of those refrigerator staples you never want to run out of.
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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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