This jam is really easy to make and is so fresh & delicious! All you have to do is mash some strawberries, add sweetener if desired, add chia seeds and let it sit to gel. Voila - jam!
Mash strawberries with a fork or potato masher to desired consistency. If you prefer a smooth jam, mash until the strawberries are completely broken down.
Add sweetener, if using, and stir to incorporate.
Add chia seeds and stir.
Let sit for 15 minutes to allow the chia to form a gel and thicken the jam.
Bottle and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week
Notes
This recipe is simple and can be adapted to your liking.
Taste the strawberries as you chop - not only is this a great treat but it helps you determine the sweetness to decide if you want to add any sweeteners.
If you like a chunkier jam, don't mash the strawberries down to a smooth pulp.
You can use the same method for other berries - raspberries, blueberries, blackberries - but you may need to adjust the amount of chia used based on the water content of each berry.