Chia Seed Jam
An easy and quick recipe for Chia Seed Jam
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Kilner Jar
- Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
- 2 cups Berries - Fresh Fruit, chopped, peeled and stoned if necessary, see notes above
- 2 tbsp Chia Seeds - (note, for larger quantities, it's 1tbsp seeds, per 1 cup RAW fruit)
- 1 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice - optional but adds a lovely tang
- 1 tbsp (upto) of sweetener of your choice - optional and to taste
Instructions
- In a saucepan, add your fruit and simmer for between 5-10 minutes, or until the fruit starts to collapse and break down
- Break down any large lumps with the back of a wooden spoon. Leave as chunky though as you like
- Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice
- Let cool a little and then taste for sweetener. Add if needed
- Stir in the Chia Seeds
- Leave to cool for about 5 mins, then pour into prepared jar. Leave to cool completely before refrigerating.
- Will last for about a week in the fridge
Please note that where the recipe asks for milk, butter or yogurt, this refers to any plant-based version that you prefer.
Nutrition Facts
Chia Seed Jam
Amount per Serving
Calories
275
% Daily Value*
Fat
9
g
14
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Trans Fat
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
7
g
Monounsaturated Fat
1
g
Sodium
7
mg
0
%
Potassium
265
mg
8
%
Carbohydrates
48
g
16
%
Fiber
17
g
71
%
Sugar
26
g
29
%
Protein
5
g
10
%
Vitamin A
156
IU
3
%
Vitamin C
8
mg
10
%
Calcium
176
mg
18
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.