Blueberry Chia Seed Jam
User Reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Excellent
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Cook Time
mins
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Total Time
12 mins
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Servings
12
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Calories
45 kcal
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Course
Breakfast, Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Blueberry Chia Seed Jam
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This quick and easy Blueberry Chia Seed Jam is packed with fresh fruit, fiber, and healthy fats, making it the perfect addition to your favorite breakfast or snack.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup, honey or sweetener of your choice
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds
Instructions
- Heat the blueberries and lemon juice together in a saucepan over medium heat. Simmer 7-8 minutes until the berries start to soften and break down. Mash the berries with a fork, leaving some chunks.
- Stir in the maple syrup and chia seeds and cook for a few more minutes, stirring often. Turn the heat off and let the mixture cool. As it cools, the jam will thicken.
- Store jam in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- ecipe makes about 1 ½ cups of jam.
- blackberries
- This recipe makes about 1 ½ cups of jam.
- This jam is can be used in so many different ways! Spoon it on top of Greek yogurt or oatmeal for a delicious and hearty breakfast. It also makes a great alternative to store bought jelly on a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. For a sweet after dinner treat, you can spoon some of the jam on top of your favorite ice cream.
- For a touch of extra flavor, you can add a teaspoon of vanilla extract or some lemon zest. You can also use fresh orange juice instead of lemon juice.
- You can make this chia jam recipe with other berries like blackberries, strawberries or raspberries.
- You can store this blueberry chia jam in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. You can also freeze it.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
2 tablespoons
Calories
45kcal
(2%)
Carbohydrates
9g
(3%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
0.1g
(1%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.1g
Trans Fat
0.004g
Sodium
1mg
(0%)
Potassium
50mg
(1%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
22IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
4mg
(4%)
Calcium
25mg
(3%)
Iron
0.3mg
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 45 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2 tablespoons | |
| Calories | 45kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Trans Fat | 0.004g | 0% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 50mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 22IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5.0
6 reviews
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