Raspberry Chia Jam

August 10, 2016

Raspberry Chia Jam


So the chia seed party jam isn’t the first party I’ve been late to, and it’s probably not going to be last.
However, I fully embrace the mantra “better late than never!”
Except for the Pokemon Go hype, trust me guys, I will never join in. NEVER! As if I needed another reason to bury my heads in my smartphone. No, thank you.
Anyways, chia seed jam has been around the block for quite some time now. And yes, this is my first time posting a recipe for it.
What can I say?
Oh yes, better late than never!

Raspberries


The awesomeness of this recipe is in its simplicity: 4 ingredients + 5 minutes = jam!
Seriously, just like that there is homemade jam in my refrigerator.
You’ll be smitten with the easiness of this recipe.

Raspberry Chia Jam


You guys know that I have a serious addiction for berries of all kind. They are so delicious and so good for you.
I hoard berries over the summer because there’s nothing I like more than opening the fridge in the morning and seeing gorgeous red raspberries or deep blue blueberries.
It’s one of those little luxuries that I truly love.
Sorry, I've digressed again. Back to the jam.
Let me assure that the texture of this jam is not funky at all. It’s just like, well, jam.

Raspberry Chia Jam


And it’s full of chia seeds — those powerful little guys that are full of fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, calcium, et cetera, et cetera, et cetera.
As you probably already know, when combined with liquid, chia seeds thicken to give a perfect "jam-like" texture.
Believe it or not, this jam has only 1 tablespoon of sweetness, meaning that if you’re trying to cut back on refined sugar, we can call this a win.
If you never thought there could be such thing as a healthy jam, think again.

Raspberry Chia Jam


Besides jam, it also makes a delicious topping for yogurt or ice-cream. And by the way you can totally eat this by the spoonful. That awesome.

Raspberry Chia Jam                                                                                                                                   Print this recipe!

Ingredients
Yields about 1 cup of jam (or 16 tablespoons)

1 cup (fresh or frozen) raspberries
1 tablespoon maple syrup (or mild tasting honey), more if you’d prefer a sweeter jam
Juice of ½ lemon
2 tablespoons chia seeds

Directions

Combine raspberries, maple syrup, and lemon juice in a small pan over low heat.
Using the back of a wooden spoon mash berries until broken down. Cook for a couple of minutes.
Take a taste (be careful not to burn your tongue) and add additional maple syrup if you like.
Remove from the heat, add chia seeds, and mix well.
Pour into a jar and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.
The chia jam will last in the fridge for about 1 week.

Nutrition facts

Two tablespoons yield 30 calories, 1 gram of fat, 5 grams of carbs, and 1 gram of protein.

6 comments:

  1. Duuuude - better late than never indeed - cos look at that ruby red raspberry chia jam!!! And gosh darn it - I've got ALL the ingredients - except my raspberries are looking a tad bit sorry...but I cannot wait to give this a try - super easy and super awesmazing!

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    1. It really doesn't get any easier than this, seriously! ;)

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  2. This jam has the most gorgeous color ever. Great job Mike!

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  3. Absolutely beautiful Mike. I have been wonderful about chia seed jam - thanks for the inspiration!

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  4. I'm ultra late to this party...still haven't jumped on the chia jam train! It looks so easy, how could I hold off any longer?

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  5. Beautiful color Mike, love all things chia right now. Looks like a quick and easy recipe with amazing results. Take care, C

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