Name: Blue Raspberry Chia Jam
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 1 cup frozen blueberries (can also use fresh if in season); 1 cup frozen raspberries (can also use fresh if in season); 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1-2 tablespoons maple syrup (to taste); 2 tablespoons chia seeds (white or black)

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Blue raspberry chia jam is the easiest way to make homemade jam. It takes about 10 minutes and you can use frozen or fresh berries depending on the season. No canning required!

Looking for more raspberry recipes? Try my raspberry lemon loaf, raspberry simple syrup, or raspberry compote.

What You’ll Love About This Recipe

Quick and easy – This is the easiest jam recipe. It’s a mix between chia pudding and jam. You literally just throw everything into a saucepan and cook it down.
Healthy – Unlike traditional jam, this healthy jam has no refined sugar and the addition of chia seeds add healthy omega fatty acids, fiber, and protein.
Simple – Not only is this chia jam recipe made with really simple ingredients but you likely already have them on hand.

Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make this easy raspberry jam:

Frozen blueberries – you can also use fresh fruit if in season.
Frozen raspberries – Like the blueberries, you can use fresh raspberries if they’re in season. For ease, I love using frozen berries.
Fresh lemon juice
Pure maple syrup
Chia seeds – give it a jammy texture without the need for pectin. You can either either white or black chia seeds, but to really help the berry colors shine, I used white chia seeds.

How to Make Raspberry Chia Jam: Step By Step

Here are some quick visual instructions. The full instructions and ingredient list will be in the printable recipe card below!

Cook berries. Add blueberries, raspberries, lemon juice, and maple syrup to a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the fruit starts to break down and release some of its juices.
Mash. Mash the fruit with a fork or potato masher. Leave a few chunky pieces in for texture (optional).
Add chia seeds. Stir in the chia seeds until well distributed then remove from the heat.
Let cool. Transfer the jam mixture to an airtight container or mason jar and allow it to come to room temperature before you put the lid on. It’ll continue to thicken as it cools.

Helpful Tips

Let chill for the best texture. You can use the jam after it’s cooled for 10-15 minutes, but it will have the best texture when given time to cool in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
Prefer a smoother jam? Blend the jam in a food processor or with an immersion blender after you’ve removed it from the heat.
Prefer a sweeter jam? Increase the amount of sweetener.

Quick Tip: Avoid using a really small saucepan. The more surface area the berries come in contact with, the quicker they’ll cook down.

Storage

Store in a tightly sealed container in the fridge for 2-3 weeks.

Make It Your Way: Substitutions & Variations

Please remember that recipes are just a starting point.

How can you make this raspberry chia seed jam recipe using what you already have? Here are some ideas…

No maple syrup? – you can also use raw honey or coconut sugar.
Make a mixed berry chia jam – add in other types such as berries such as blackberries or strawberries.

Serving Ideas

There are many ways to enjoy homemade chia seed jam. Here are a few ideas:

Spread on a slice of toast or enjoy on top of crispy dairy free waffles.
It’s the perfect topping for overnight oats, oat milk chia seed pudding or matcha chia pudding, granola bowls, or even vanilla ice cream.
Make an elevated peanut butter and ‘jelly’ sandwich.
Enjoy it on baked goods such as matcha scones or dairy free banana bread.
In the summertime, you can add it to s’mores for a fun spin on the classic camping dessert.
Add it to stuffed dates.

The options are endless.

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