Description
This Chia Seed Jam is a low-carb, naturally sweetened spread made in just 10 minutes with real fruit and nutrient-rich chia seeds. Perfect for keto, vegan, and gluten-free diets—great on toast, oats, or pancakes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh or frozen fruit (e.g., strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, or mixed berries)
- 2–3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (or sugar-free sweetener for keto)
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Heat Fruit: In a saucepan over medium heat, cook fruit for about 5 minutes until softened and bubbly.
- Mash: Use a fork or masher to mash fruit to desired texture.
- Add Sweetener & Chia: Stir in maple syrup and chia seeds. Simmer for 2 more minutes.
- Thicken: Remove from heat and let sit for 10 minutes. Jam will thicken as chia seeds absorb liquid.
- Store: Transfer to a sealed glass jar. Refrigerate and use within 1 week.
Notes
- Use low-carb berries like raspberries or blackberries for keto version.
- Blend after cooling for smooth texture.
- Use 2 tbsp chia per 2 cups fruit for ideal thickness.
- Refrigerate up to 1 week or freeze up to 3 months.
- Add flavors: Try lemon zest, mint, basil, or cinnamon.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Chia Seed Jam, Low Carb Jam, Keto Jam Recipe, Healthy Chia Jam, Quick Homemade Jam