Gut Friendly Mixed Berry Jam
A vibrant, fruit-forward spread made with real berries, raw honey, and fresh lemon, this jam is the kind of thing you'll want to keep stocked in the fridge at all times. Most store-bought jams are loaded with refined sugar, artificial pectin, and preservatives that can be rough on a sensitive digestive system — this one skips all of that entirely. Honey steps in as a gentler sweetener, and Ceylon cinnamon (the milder, less harsh variety) adds a subtle warmth that rounds out the fruit beautifully without irritating the gut. The lemon juice and zest brighten every spoonful while also helping the jam set naturally, so there's no need for any added thickeners. You control the texture too — mash it smooth for a silky spread or leave it a little chunky for something more rustic and homemade-feeling. Slather it on toast, swirl it into yogurt, or spoon it over oatmeal and you've got a genuinely nourishing addition to your morning routine. Simple ingredients, a single saucepan, and about half an hour is all it takes to have a jar of something truly good sitting on your counter.
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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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