Barley Free Mixed Berry Jam
Bright, jewel-toned, and bursting with real fruit flavor, this mixed berry jam is the kind of thing that makes a plain piece of toast feel like a treat worth slowing down for. It comes together with just a handful of clean, straightforward ingredients — fresh or frozen berries, honey, lemon, and a whisper of Ceylon cinnamon — so there's no mystery about what's going into the jar. Store-bought jams can be a minefield of unexpected additives and thickeners, but every single component here is something you can see and name. The honey adds a gentle floral sweetness that plays beautifully against the tartness of the lemon juice and zest, while the cinnamon rounds everything out with a subtle warmth. You control the texture too, whether you want a silky, spreadable jam or something more rustic with visible berry chunks. The wrinkle test and cold-plate method take the guesswork out of knowing when it's ready, so even first-time jam makers can nail the set. Spoon it over yogurt, swirl it into oatmeal, or just eat it straight from the jar — no judgment here.
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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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