Red Meat Allergy Friendly Mixed Berry Jam with Vanilla
Bright, jewel-toned, and fragrant with vanilla, this mixed berry jam is the kind of thing you'll want to spread on absolutely everything. It comes together in a single saucepan with just a handful of wholesome ingredients — fresh or frozen berries, honey, lemon juice, and a touch of vanilla powder — making it completely free of the animal-derived proteins that can catch people off guard in store-bought preserves. Many commercial jams and spreads sneak in unexpected additives, so making your own means you know exactly what's in the jar. The lemon juice helps the jam set naturally while brightening the berry flavor, and the optional Ceylon cinnamon adds a warm, subtle depth that takes it from simple to something special. You can mash the berries smooth or leave them a little chunky depending on your mood — both versions are genuinely delicious. Once it's chilled and set, it's ready to go on toast, stirred into yogurt, or spooned over pancakes without a second thought.
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16 servings
- 3 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries), fresh or frozen
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp vanilla powder
- ¼ tsp ceylon cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the berries, honey, and lemon juice in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir to coat the berries, then cook, stirring occasionally, until the berries begin to release their juices and the mixture starts to bubble, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Use a potato masher or fork to crush the berries to your preferred texture — mash thoroughly for a smooth jam or leave some chunks for a more rustic result.
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