Easy Strawberry Chia Jam
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
8 mins
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Total Time
13 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
30 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Easy Strawberry Chia Jam
Description
This Strawberry Chia Jam recipe gently simmers strawberries to break down the fruit and release juices. Chia seeds are stirred in, absorbing moisture and thickening the mixture as it cools. Lemon juice adds brightness and helps preserve the jam's natural color and flavor. Sweetener is optional, adjusted to taste depending on the sweetness of the berries used.
The texture can be fruit-forward with visible pieces, or blended smooth if preferred. The jam sets after cooling, creating a spreadable consistency without added pectin or sugar-heavy canning processes. It keeps refrigerated for up to one week, making it a fresh alternative to commercial jams.
This recipe is straightforward and allows customization with sweeteners like stevia, honey, or maple syrup. The small batch size is practical for using fresh or frozen berries without waste.
Ingredients
- 1 cup strawberries frozen or fresh, trimmed
- 1 Tablespoon chia seeds
- ½ Tablespoon lemon juice
- stevia maple syrup or honey (to taste)
Instructions
- Add strawberries to a saucepan over medium-high heat and cook until the berries start to break down and the mixture is bubbling. You can use the back of a spoon or potato masher to mash the berries and create your desired consistency.
- Stir in the chia seeds and lemon juice. Then taste, and add sweetener if desired. If your berries are sweet you might not need to add any sweetener at all.
- Remove mixture from heat and let cool the mixture cool and thicken, about 5 to 10 minutes.
- You can use right away or let cool completely before transferring to sealed container and placing in chia jam in your refrigerator. The jam will keep for up to 1 week.
Notes
- If a smoother jam is preferred, blend the mixture after cooking using a high-powered or immersion blender.
- The jam keeps refrigerated for up to one week in a sealed container.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 30 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2Tablespoons | |
| Calories | 30kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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