Easy Chia Seed Jam Recipe
Easy Chia Seed Jam - an absolutely delicious and easy recipe for chia jam. Packed with nutrition and perfect for your next PB & J!
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh berries blackberries, raspberries or strawberries
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1-2 tablespoons real maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon zest minced
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions
- Combine: In a medium sauce pan, add 2 cups fresh berries, 2 tablespoons chia seeds, 1-2 tablespoons real maple syrup, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 teaspoons fresh lemon zest, and ¼ teaspoon nutmeg. Mash down berries with a fork or potato masher.
- Simmer: Bring to medium heat, turning down as-needed, while allowing the berries to heat up and start to break down. Once berries are broken down and mushy (takes about 5-7 minutes) and everything is combined, let simmer gently for 5 more minutes.
- Cool + Store: Remove from heat and let cool. The jam will continue to thicken during this time. Once it is cool, transfer to a mason jar (or other sealable container) and store in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Strawberries: if using strawberries I would recommend chopping them first so they break down faster.
- Maple Syrup: feel free to use more or less, depending upon how sweet you want your jam. You can substitute honey for this if you want.
- Storage: chia seed jam stores in your fridge in a sealed mason jar for up to a week or two.
Nutrition
Calories: 42kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Trans Fat: 0.004g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 42mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 0.3mg
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