Berry Chia Jam

Prep Time: 5

Total Time: 25

Servings: servings

Course: Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine: South American

Author: Heather Nicholds

A lot of jams use plant-based pectin or animal-based gelatin to achieve their texture, and these need to be cooked to set. An easier route is to use chia seeds, which naturally gel when left in liquid, to make an easy jam that’s loaded with omega-3 fatty acids and calcium. The lemon juice will keep the jam fresh for longer.

Ingredients

2 cup berries, fresh, or frozen & thawed
2 Tbsp chia seeds
1 tsp lemon juice, optional
2 Tbsp unrefined sugar, or maple/simple syrup

Instructions

In a medium bowl, mash the berries. Stir in the chia seeds, lemon juice (if using), and sugar. Enjoy right away, or let sit to thicken as the chia seeds absorb the moisture. Your jam will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Or freeze it in an ice cube tray and pop the cubes into a freezer bag once they’re solid, to keep indefinitely.

Notes

For a smoother texture, grind the chia seeds in a clean coffee grinder or spice grinder before adding to the fruit. Alternatively, combine all the ingredients in a small blender and purée to your desired consistency.

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