Strawberry Chia Jam
This easy Strawberry Chia Jam is packed with flavor and is ready in 30 minutes.
Made with just strawberries, chia seeds, and a sweetener like maple syrup – this jam is not only full of nutrients like Vitamin C and fiber, but also makes a great low-sugar addition to any sandwich, toast, pancake, or yogurt.
Why You'll Love This Strawberry Chia Jam:
- Only 3 ingredients
- No refined sugar
- Kid-approved (so delicious in yogurt or on PB & J!)
- Ready in 30 minutes
- Naturally thickened with chia seeds
Ingredients You'll Need:
Strawberries: Make this jam sweet but also full of nutrients including Vitamin C and antioxidants called polyphenols. Fresh strawberries are best in this recipe, but if you would like to use frozen just make sure to thaw them ahead of time.
Chia Seeds: Are a great source of fiber, Omega-3 Fatty Acids, magnesium and calcium. Chia seeds in this recipe are used as a thickener – providing it with the jam texture we’re used to.
Sweetener: Such as maple syrup or raw honey helps to provide additional sweetness to this recipe without it being too sweet. I used maple syrup in this recipe which provides a source of antioxidants as well as other nutrients including zinc and calcium.
How to Make Strawberry Chia Jam:
Add the prepped strawberries and sweetener to a pot and cook over medium heat. Bring to a boil for five minutes. Then reduce to a simmer and cook, covered for five more minutes, or until strawberries are soft. Remove from heat, mash, add in the chia seeds, and let cool for 20 minutes. You can then serve the jam or store it. It’s that simple!
How to Store Strawberry Chia Jam:
This Strawberry Chia Jam will keep for a couple weeks in the fridge, but since it doesn’t contain any preservatives and hasn’t undergone the traditional canning process, it must be kept refrigerated.
For longer storage, freeze in small portions and thaw as needed.
Can You Use Frozen Fruit?
Yes! I do this often in the wintertime, when fresh berries aren’t in season. It will just take longer (about double the time) for the fruit to soften.
In my book, The Blood Sugar Balancing Handbook, I have a recipe in the back for a Mixed Berry Chia Jam using frozen mixed berries.
Ways to Use This Strawberry Chia Jam:
I love using this jam in a variety of ways including:
- As a flavoring for plain Greek yogurt
- As a topping for pancakes or waffles
- Mixed with some plain brie or goat cheese and served with gluten-free crackers
- In peanut butter & jelly sandwiches for the kids
- Use as a glaze or marinade for chicken or pork
- Mixed with some frozen fruit and made into popsicles
- As an ice cream topping
- Added to oatmeal or overnight oats
- As a topping for sourdough toast
- Incorporated into a morning smoothie
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Final Thoughts:
This strawberry Chia Jam is the perfect healthy staple to keep in your fridge. It’s quick to make, naturally sweet, and totally customizable. Whether you’re adding it as a topping to your yogurt, pancakes or making an elevated PB&J, you’ll love this high-fiber, low sugar jam option!
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Strawberry Chia Jam
Ingredients
- 3 cups strawberries, washed, stems removed and diced
- 3 Tbsp. sweetener such as maple syrup or raw honey
- 3 Tbsp. chia seeds
Instructions
- Place diced strawberries in a medium-size stainless steel pot.
- Mix in the sweetener and bring the mixture to a boil for 5 minutes.
- Reduce mixture to a simmer, cover and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and mash mixture with a potato masher or fork.
- Add in chia seeds and mix well.
- Let cool for about 20 minutes (mixture will thicken with time).
- Store in mason jars and keep in the refrigerator.
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