Easy Strawberry Chia Jam
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of homemade jam! The Easy Strawberry Chia Jam combines fresh strawberries with chia seeds for a deliciously nutritious treat. Perfect as a spread, topping, or sweetener, this jam will satisfy your cravings and is easy to make!
Equipment
- Wooden Spoon
- Mixing Bowl
- Saucepan
Ingredients
- 5 cups strawberries rinsed, hulled, and cut
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
Instructions
- In a pot add strawberries, honey, and lemon juice. Let sit for 5 minutes to macerate.
- Turn on heat to medium and gently mash down the strawberries. Let cook on a simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Add chia seeds, stir and continue to simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring often to avoid sticking.
- Once thick, remove from heat, let cool and store in air-tight containers for up to 10 days.
Notes
- Storage: Store your Easy Strawberry Chia Jam in clean, dry glass jars to keep it fresh. Ensure they are tightly sealed to maintain flavor.
- Freezing: Can you freeze this? Yes! This jam freezes well. Just make sure to leave some space in the jars, as it will expand when frozen.
- Pairing: Serve your jam with scones, pancakes, or as a filling in pastries. It also works beautifully as a topping for oatmeal or yogurt!
- Experiment: Customize your jam by adding other fruits along with the strawberries. Try adding a handful of raspberries or blueberries for an exciting twist!
- Batch size: Consider doubling the recipe if you want to share your homemade goodness with friends and family.