Rice Free 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. Store-bought jams and preserves can be surprisingly tricky territory — many contain hidden thickeners, starches, or additives that sneak in unwanted ingredients. This recipe keeps things beautifully clean: just fresh or frozen berries, honey, lemon juice, vanilla powder, and an optional pinch of Ceylon cinnamon. The honey does double duty as both sweetener and natural preservative, while the lemon juice brings brightness and helps the jam set without any added pectin or starch. You control the texture entirely — mash it smooth for a silky spread or leave it chunky and rustic for something with a little more personality. That slow simmer on medium-low is where the magic happens, concentrating the fruit into a deeply flavored, glossy jam that holds its shape beautifully once chilled. One batch fills a generous jar and keeps in the fridge, ready to elevate toast, yogurt, or anything else that deserves a little something special.
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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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