Paraben Free Strawberry Honey Jam
Most store-bought jams are loaded with preservatives and synthetic additives that can be a real problem for anyone keeping a clean, paraben-free pantry. This homemade version keeps things beautifully simple — just fresh or frozen strawberries, honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, and a touch of arrowroot starch to bring it all together. The honey adds a floral sweetness that plays perfectly off the bright citrus notes, and the arrowroot slurry gives the finished jam a gorgeous glossy set without any artificial thickeners. You get to control exactly what goes into the jar, which is the whole point. The slow simmer on the stovetop coaxes out every bit of flavor from the fruit, and mashing the berries to your preferred texture means you can go rustic and chunky or silky smooth depending on your mood. Once it cools and sets in the fridge, you'll have a vibrant, jewel-toned spread that's just as good on toast as it is swirled into yogurt or dolloped onto a warm biscuit.
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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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