Turmeric 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 ingredients — fresh or frozen berries, honey, lemon, and a whisper of Ceylon cinnamon — so you know exactly what's going into every spoonful. Store-bought jams can be a minefield of unexpected spice blends and additives, but this one keeps things beautifully simple and completely free of anything that doesn't belong. The honey adds a gentle floral sweetness that plays perfectly against the tartness of the berries, while the lemon juice and zest keep the whole thing tasting vibrant and fresh. A touch of Ceylon cinnamon stirred in at the end gives the jam a subtle warmth without overpowering the fruit. Whether you mash it smooth or leave it chunky and rustic, the result is a deeply flavorful spread that works on everything from biscuits to yogurt to a good cheese board. Once you've made a batch at home, it's genuinely hard to go back to the jarred stuff.
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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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