Description
There’s something so special about homemade jam—it’s like a little jar of love! This Chia Seed Jam is not only delicious but also super easy to make with just 4 simple ingredients. Skip the store-bought stuff loaded with sugar and enjoy this naturally sweet, fiber-packed jam on toast, oatmeal, yogurt, or even sandwiches. 🍞✨
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, etc.)
- ¼ cup filtered water
- 1 tbsp maple syrup (or sweetener of choice)
- 2–3 tbsp chia seeds
- Juice of ½ lemon
Instructions
1️⃣ In a saucepan, combine berries, water, and maple syrup. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to medium-low and simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally. Mash the berries as they soften.
2️⃣ Remove from heat and stir in chia seeds. Let sit for 5-10 minutes to thicken.
3️⃣ Add lemon juice, mix well, and transfer to a glass jar. Store in the fridge for 7-14 days.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
Nutrition
- Calories: 15 kcal
- Sugar: ~1.5g
- Fat: ~0.5g
- Carbohydrates: ~3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: ~0.5g