Pack some extra protein into your morning jam with your favorite superfood – chia seeds! These nutrient-dense powerhouses are a great way to add some extra vitamins and minerals to your breakfast to help keep you full all morning long.
Cook Time
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Total Time
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Yield
1 serving
Ingredients
Strawberry Jam
2 ½ cups frozen strawberry (375 g)
½ cup water (120 mL), plus 2 tablespoons
3 tablespoons chia seeds
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 pinch kosher salt
Raspberry Jam
2 cups frozen raspberry
½ cup water (120 mL)
3 tablespoons chia seeds
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey, or to taste
1 pinch kosher salt
Blackberry Jam
2 cups frozen blackberry (300 g)
½ cup water (120 mL)
3 tablespoons chia seeds
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey, or to taste
1 pinch kosher salt
How to Make It
1. Step
Combine the berries and water in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently, until the fruit is broken down and the mixture is saucy.
2. Step
Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the chia seeds, lemon juice, honey (start with a small amount and add more as needed, depending on how sweet the fruit is),and salt.
3. Step
Let sit for 10 minutes to allow the chia seeds to hydrate and thicken the jam.
4. Step
Then transfer to a resealable jar. The jam will keep in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.