Healthy Jam with Chia Seeds
With no added sugar and only two ingredients (and an optional to add honey), this is a healthy jam alternative packed full of chia seeds!
*Note: Calories and cost is estimated, if provided.
Equipment & Tools
- Small Saucepan , 1½ quart or bigger
- Potato Masher or Spoon
- Storage Container(s)
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fruit , fresh or frozen (see notes)
- 2 Tbsp Chia seeds
- Honey or other sweetener, to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your fruit by either slicing or cutting it up. If you prefer an extra-chunky jam, you can skip this step.
Cook
- In a small saucepan, add 2 cups Fruit and cook over medium heat until the juices come out and the fruit softens. Remove from heat.
- Using a potato masher or the back of a spoon, mash the fruit until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Add the 2 Tbsp Chia seeds and Honey (if using) to the fruit then stir to combine.
- Let the jam cool for about 10 minutes to thicken.
Storage
- Store in an air-tight container for up to one week or frozen for up to three months.
Notes
- Any juicy fruit will work in this recipe, such as strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, pineapple, etc. However, I find strawberries or blueberries work best for this recipe.
- Keep in mind that different fruits have different textures and amounts of "juiciness," so it will affect the texture of your jam. The juicer the fruit, the runnier the jam will be.