Description
This easy and healthy Strawberry Chia Jam recipe combines fresh strawberries with chia seeds and a touch of natural sweetener to create a delicious, no-pectin homemade jam. It’s perfect as a spread on toast, a topping for yogurt, or an addition to desserts, made quickly on the stovetop without any added preservatives.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 cups strawberries, washed and trimmed
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup
Instructions
- Cook Strawberries: Add the strawberries to a small saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally. Allow the strawberries to slowly break down and bubble, taking about 5-7 minutes. Use a spoon or potato masher to mash the strawberries to your desired consistency, creating a jam-like texture.
- Add Chia Seeds and Lemon Juice: Stir in the chia seeds and lemon juice until they are fully combined with the warm strawberry mixture. This helps the jam thicken naturally as the chia seeds absorb moisture.
- Sweeten the Jam: Taste the mixture and add 1 or 2 tablespoons of maple syrup as needed, depending on your preferred sweetness level. Stir well to incorporate the syrup evenly.
- Cool and Store: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the jam cool for 5 minutes, then stir again. The jam can be served immediately or transferred to an airtight container and refrigerated for up to 1 week or frozen for up to 3 months for longer storage.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
- The chia seeds act as a natural thickener, so no additional pectin is needed.
- Maple syrup can be substituted with honey or agave nectar as desired.
- This jam can be used as a spread, topping, or mix-in for many dishes.
- Refrigerate or freeze leftovers promptly to maintain freshness and quality.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: strawberry jam, chia jam, healthy jam, vegan jam, homemade jam, no pectin jam
