Name: Quick & Easy Chia Seed Jam
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 cups strawberries, cut in halves; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 2 tbsp maple syrup; 2 tbsp chia seeds

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This quick & easy chia seed jam comes together in 20 minutes and makes a perfect healthy spread or sauce!

a piece of toast with chia seed jam on it

Chia seed jam is a great alternative to using store-bought jams that are loaded with sugar. This jam uses fresh fruit, is sweetened with maple syrup and is delicious spread on toast or used as a sauce.

Why you’ll love this recipe

It’s made only with 4 simple ingredients.
It’s a healthy alternative to store-bought jams and is sweetened with maple syrup, so they’re refined sugar-free.
This jam is loaded with fresh berries, which are high in antioxidants and vitamins.

Is it ok to can chia seed jam?

While chia seed jam is a great alternative to regular jams, it is not recommended for canning.

Chia seed jam is more of a “short-term” jam that is best enjoyed within a week or two from your fridge. It can be stored in a jar or can of course, but because them jam is thickened with chia seeds rather than pectin and sugar, it does not preserve the same way those types of jam would.

How to make chia seed jam

Cut up the strawberries and add them to a pot with some lemon juice and maple syrup. Let them cook down for 15 minutes. Then add chia seeds to the pot.

Mix together and let cook down for another 5 minutes.

Recipe tips and variations

You can use either fresh or frozen fruit to make chia seed jam, so you can make this recipe any time of year. (Though I highly recommend using fresh berries if you can for the best tasting jam!)
Make sure to stir the jam often as you cook to prevent the bottom from sticking and burning.
Use any type of berries you love or swap out berries for other fruits like peaches or apricots.
Use a mason jar with a tight lid to store your chia seed jam. This will help it keep well.

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