Healthy Strawberry Chia Jam
Ingredients
- 2 Cups Strawberries
), roughly chopped (300g
- 4 tsp Water
- 2 tsp Fresh lemon juice
- 4 tsp Honey or agave
- 4 tsp Chia seeds
Directions
- 1
Place the strawberries, water and lemon juice into a large saucepan and bring to a boil.
- 2
Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and cook, stirring frequently, until the strawberries begin to break down, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and mash them with a potato masher.
- 3
Return to medium heat and stir in the honey and chia seeds and simmer until thick, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Transfer to an air-tight container and let cool to room temp on the counter (it will thicken a lot)
- 5
Refrigerate and DEVOUR when desired!
Healthy Strawberry Chia Jam
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About this Recipe
Craving a vibrant, fresh-tasting jam without all the refined sugar? This Healthy Strawberry Chia Jam is your answer, delivering authentic fruit flavor in just 15 minutes with only four simple, wholesome ingredients. It's an effortlessly delicious way to brighten your mornings.
You'll love how this recipe transforms fresh strawberries into a luscious spread, skipping the lengthy canning process and excessive sweeteners found in traditional jams. The magic lies in the chia seeds, which naturally thicken the jam to a perfect consistency while adding beneficial fiber and omega-3s. It’s a testament to how simple techniques can yield truly spectacular results, emphasizing the natural goodness of the fruit.
Prepare for an intensely fruity flavor that showcases the true essence of ripe strawberries, brightened by a hint of lemon. The texture is wonderfully spreadable, a silky gel dotted with the tiny, pleasant pop of chia seeds, offering a delightful mouthfeel far superior to often overly sweet, gloopy store-bought versions. It's a remarkably easy process, ideal for anyone looking to make their own preserves without fuss, and the end result is a naturally paleo and vegan spread that feels indulgent yet is entirely guilt-free. You'll be amazed at the depth of flavor achieved with so little effort.
This recipe is wonderfully flexible. To keep it strictly vegan, simply opt for agave nectar instead of honey. For a different fruit experience, consider substituting half the strawberries with raspberries or blueberries to create a mixed berry chia jam. If you prefer a smoother jam without any small fruit pieces, you can mash the cooked strawberries more vigorously before adding the chia seeds, or even give it a quick pulse with an immersion blender.
This delightful strawberry chia jam is incredibly versatile, perfect for spreading generously on whole-grain toast, stirring into your morning oatmeal or yogurt parfait, or dolloping onto homemade pancakes and waffles. It’s an ideal accompaniment for a wholesome breakfast, a lovely afternoon snack, or even a simple dessert, elevating everyday meals with its fresh, homemade charm.