3-Ingredient Sugar-Free Berry Chia Jam
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon maple or date syrup (optional)
Preparation
Add blueberries, lemon juice, and water to a medium saucepan over medium low heat, mash berries, and simmer for 3-5 minutes until juicy. Season to taste with salt and optional sweetener.
Remove from heat and stir in chia seeds. Let cool and thicken.
Store in a jar in the fridge for up to 3 weeks.
Tips
Use any fruit you wish for variations.
Get creative with additions like peppers, cardamom, nutmeg, vanilla, or cinnamon.
Add a small amount of natural sweetener like dates or maple syrup if desired.
This jam is a healthier alternative with no added sugar and is nutrient-rich from chia seeds.
Perfect for reducing food waste by using leftover fruit.
