4 Ingredient Strawberry Chia Jam
Strawberry chia jam is the easiest way to make your own homemade jam. It comes together in minutes, you can use frozen or fresh berries depending on the season, and there's no canning required.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries hulled, see notes below
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1-2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
Instructions
- Cook strawberries. Add strawberries, 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 two tablespoons of chia seeds until well distributed and 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.
Notes
If using fresh fruit, you'll need to add 1-2 tablespoons of water to help the fruit start to break down regardless of how ripe your strawberries are. This will also allow the chia seeds to have enough moisture to absorb.
See the blog post for more helpful tips, storage, and serving ideas.