Healthy Strawberry Chia Jam Recipe
This delightful Strawberry Chia Jam is a quick, healthy, and naturally sweetened spread made with fresh strawberries, honey or maple syrup, and chia seeds. Perfect for breakfast toast, yogurt, or desserts, it requires minimal cooking and thickens naturally thanks to chia seeds, offering a nutritious and delicious alternative to store-bought jams.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Yield: About 1 to 1.5 cups
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Jam Ingredients
- 500 g (about 3 cups) strawberries, washed and hulled
- 2-3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
Instructions
- Cook Strawberries: Add the washed and hulled strawberries to a pan with a small splash of water. Bring the mixture to a boil while stirring, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5-10 minutes until the strawberries are soft and juicy, stirring occasionally.
- Add Sweetener: Remove the pan from heat and stir in 2-3 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup. Taste the jam and adjust sweetness as needed depending on the natural sweetness of your strawberries.
- Mix in Chia Seeds: Stir in 2 tablespoons of chia seeds, then mash the strawberries with a fork to create a chunky jam texture.
- Cool and Thicken: Let the jam cool in the pan for 15 minutes. During this time, the chia seeds will absorb liquid and thicken the jam naturally.
- Store Properly: Once cooled, transfer the jam to an airtight container and refrigerate. Use within one week for best freshness.
Notes
- Use ripe, sweet strawberries for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
- Adjust sweetener quantity based on personal preference and the natural sweetness of the fruit.
- Chia seeds act as a natural thickener but also add fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.
- This jam is best stored in the refrigerator and consumed within a week.
- For a smoother jam, use a blender or food processor instead of mashing by fork.
- No added pectin or preservatives are needed because of the chia seeds.
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