Artificial Flavors Free Mixed Berry Jam
Store-bought jams are loaded with artificial flavors, synthetic dyes, and preservatives that have no business being in something as simple and wholesome as fruit spread. This version keeps things beautifully clean — just real mixed berries, honey, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and a whisper of Ceylon cinnamon to round out the flavor. The berries do all the heavy lifting here, releasing their natural juices and concentrating into something deeply fruity and vibrant as they cook down. A quick wrinkle test on a chilled plate tells you exactly when the jam has set, so there's no guesswork and no need for commercial pectin or additives. The Ceylon cinnamon stirred in at the end adds a subtle warmth that makes this taste far more complex than the short ingredient list suggests. Spread it on toast, swirl it into yogurt, or spoon it over pancakes — it's the kind of jar you'll want to keep stocked in your fridge all the time.
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16 servings
- 4 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries), fresh or frozen
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
Instructions
- 1
Combine the berries, honey, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir to coat the berries, then cook, stirring occasionally, until the berries release their juices and the mixture begins to bubble, about 5–7 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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