Almond Free Mixed Berry Jam with Vanilla

There is something deeply satisfying about making your own jam from scratch, and this mixed berry version with vanilla is the kind of recipe that makes you wonder why you ever bought it in a jar. Store-bought spreads can be a minefield of hidden additives and shared-facility warnings, so knowing exactly what went into your jar is a genuine relief. Fresh or frozen strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries come together with honey and lemon juice for a naturally sweet, bright base that lets the fruit do the heavy lifting. The vanilla powder and optional Ceylon cinnamon stirred in at the end add a warm, aromatic depth that takes this well beyond a basic fruit spread. Mash the berries to your liking — silky smooth or beautifully chunky — and the slow simmer does the rest, thickening everything into a glossy, spoonable jam without any pectin required. It's gorgeous on toast, swirled into yogurt, or dolloped onto warm biscuits straight from the fridge.

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