Hazelnut 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. It comes together in a single saucepan with just a handful of wholesome ingredients — fresh or frozen berries, honey, lemon, and a whisper of Ceylon cinnamon that adds warmth without overpowering the fruit. Store-bought jams can be a minefield for anyone avoiding tree nuts, since shared production lines and vague labeling make even simple spreads feel risky. Making it yourself means you know exactly what went into the jar. The technique here is straightforward: cook the berries down, mash to your preferred texture, and boil until the jam passes the cold-plate wrinkle test — no pectin packets or candy thermometers required. That final stir of cinnamon right off the heat is a small move that makes a big difference in depth of flavor. Seal it up, refrigerate, and you've got a gorgeous, safe spread ready to go whenever the mood strikes.
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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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