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strawberry chia jam on a wooden spoon

No-cook Strawberry Chia Jam

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!
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Prep Time 20 mins
Total Time 20 mins

Ingredients
 

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries (organic is best)
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1 tbsp honey or sweetener of choice (optional)
  • ½ tsp vanilla powder or extract

Instructions
 

  • Wash, hull and chop strawberries.
  • 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.

Nutrition

Calories: 174kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gSodium: 4mgPotassium: 283mgFiber: 7gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 24IUVitamin C: 85mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg
Cuisine American
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