Strawberry Chia Jam

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Strawberry Chia Jam is a lighter alternative to traditional jam. Made with four easy ingredients, it takes just minutes to prepare.

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Course: Condiment

Cuisine: Any

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan

Servings: servings

Calories: 42kcal

Trim the ends of the strawberries and cut them into quarters; for larger strawberries, cut them into eighths. Place them in a small saucepan along with the fresh lemon juice and maple syrup. Over medium-low heat, allow the strawberries to stew, stirring occasionally with the lid slightly ajar, for 10 minutes. By the end of this time, the strawberries should have released their juices.
2 cups Strawberries, ½ small Lemon, 2 tablespoon Maple syrup
Next, use a fork to mash the strawberries into the desired texture, then add the chia seeds and stir until combined. Let the strawberry chia jam thicken as it cools down at room temperature, covering it with a lid. To check the consistency, use a spatula to draw a line down the middle of the saucepan; it should come together slowly when cool.
Once thickened, store the jam in a sterilized airtight jar in the fridge and use as needed.
2 tablespoon Whole chia seeds

I chopped the strawberries and then measured out heaping 2 cups which is roughly 350grams.

This recipe makes about 1 cup of jam which equals 16 tablespoons.