Ginger Free Strawberry Honey Jam
Sweet, bright, and deeply fruity, this strawberry honey jam is the kind of spread that makes you want to bake a loaf of bread just to have something worthy of it. Fresh or frozen strawberries get cooked down with honey, lemon juice, and a little zest until the whole kitchen smells incredible — no refined sugar, no pectin, and absolutely no ginger anywhere in the formula. That last point matters more than you might think, since ginger sneaks into a surprising number of store-bought jams and fruit preserves, often hiding in spice blends or "natural flavors." Here, every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify, so you can spread freely without second-guessing the label. Arrowroot starch does the thickening work in place of traditional pectin, giving the finished jam a gorgeous glossy texture that sets beautifully as it cools. You can mash the berries to a smooth, silky consistency or leave some rustic chunks for a more homemade feel — either way, the result is vibrant and deeply satisfying. Spoon it over toast, swirl it into yogurt, or dollop it onto pancakes; a jar of this in the fridge is genuinely one of the easiest ways to upgrade your whole week.
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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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