Cinnamon Free Strawberry Honey Jam
Bright, fruity, and naturally sweet, this strawberry honey jam is the kind of homemade spread that makes every breakfast feel a little more special. Many store-bought jams and preserves sneak in unexpected spices — including warming ones that can be hard to spot on a label — so making your own is the cleanest way to know exactly what's in the jar. Here, ripe strawberries are cooked down with honey, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest for a flavor that's vibrant and pure without any hidden additions. Arrowroot starch does the thickening work beautifully, giving the finished jam a glossy, set texture that rivals anything you'd find on a grocery shelf. You can leave it a little rustic and chunky or mash it smooth — either way, the result is deeply satisfying. Slather it on toast, swirl it into yogurt, or spoon it over pancakes and let those fresh berry flavors do all the talking.
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16 servings
- 1 lb fresh or frozen strawberries, hulled and roughly chopped
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp arrowroot starch
- 1 tbsp cold water
Instructions
- 1
Combine the strawberries, honey, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir to coat the fruit, then cook, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries release their juices and the mixture begins to bubble, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Use a potato masher or fork to crush the strawberries to your preferred texture — a few larger pieces left in gives a rustic jam, or mash thoroughly for a smoother spread.
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