Description
A quick and healthy chia jam recipe that transforms any fruit into a naturally sweet, nutrient-dense spread ready in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh or frozen fruit (raspberries, strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, cherries, peaches, mangoes, pineapple, apricots, plums, kiwi)
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1–4 tablespoons maple syrup or agave (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 pinch lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- Add 2 cups of fruit to a medium saucepan, removing stems, pits, or skins if needed.
- Heat over medium-high, stirring occasionally until fruit softens and juices release (5-10 minutes). Add a splash of water if sticking.
- Mash fruit to desired texture: lightly for chunky or thoroughly for smooth jam.
- Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons chia seeds.
- Taste and add 1-4 tablespoons maple syrup or agave, adjusting sweetness as needed.
- Mix in 1 tablespoon lemon juice and optional zest.
- Let cool 10-15 minutes at room temperature until thickened, then transfer to an airtight container.
Notes
Store in refrigerator for 1-2 weeks or freeze up to 8 months. Always let jam cool before storing. Avoid adding chia seeds too early during cooking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg