10 Minute Chia Jam Recipe
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This 10 minute chia jam is a unique recipe that highlights the delicious flavor of mixed berries. It’s perfect for sandwiches, salad dressings, and snacks.
Homemade jam is one of my favorite toppings. I love having different flavors on hand in my fridge. This 10 minute chia jam is so easy to make, and the texture and flavor are delicious.
Frozen fruit is a staple in my kitchen. It often tastes better than the fresh fruit I get at the grocery store. Since frozen fruit is packaged right after it’s harvested, the ripe flavor is locked in and preserved until we’re ready to use it. It’s so convenient to have frozen fruit on hand because I don’t have to worry about it spoiling in the produce drawer.
Frozen fruit is uniquely suited for making a batch of this quick, easy chia jam. Unlike fresh fruit, you don’t need to wash or trim the fruit. Simply open the package, add it to the pot, and cook it briefly on the stovetop. The jam thickens almost immediately once the chia seeds are added, so it’s much easier to make than traditional jam.
This chia jam can be used in the traditional ways, such as on a PB&J or stirred into plain yogurt. I also like to serve it on crackers with cheese for an afternoon snack. Additionally, it works well as a topping for fish, and it can be mixed with olive oil and vinegar for a fruity vinaigrette.
Try my Instant Pot berry jam for another tasty fruit spread, and make these raspberry jam bars for a delicious breakfast or snack.
Recommended Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 cups mixed berries frozen
- 1 tbs lemon juice
- 1 tbs pure maple syrup
- 3 tbs chia seeds
Instructions
- Place the frozen fruit in a medium saucepan. Heat it over medium heat for 3 minutes, covered. Then remove the cover and continue to cook over medium heat for another 2 to 3 minutes (or until all the fruit is defrosted), stirring occasionally. Remove the fruit from the stove and let it cool for a minute.
- Coursely mash the fruit with a fork or a masher, then add the lemon juice, maple syrup, and chia seeds to the fruit mixture. Stir to combine evenly. Divide the mixture between 2 one-cup jam jars and refrigerate for up to two weeks. Alternately, you can freeze the extra jam for longer storage.
Approximate Nutrition Info
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Chia Jam Price Breakdown
This recipe costs a total of $4.17 to make, or $2.09 per jar. Try this chia jam recipe the next time you’re looking for an easy, healthier fruit spread.
