Description
Learn how to make a delightful Homemade Blueberry Chia Seed Jam that’s bursting with fruity flavors and chia seed goodness. This quick and easy recipe will have you enjoying a healthier alternative to store-bought jams in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1–2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Cook Blueberries: Add the blueberries to a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook for about 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the berries break down.
- Mash & Simmer: Mash the berries to your desired consistency. Stir in chia seeds, sweetener, and lemon juice. Simmer on low for 5 minutes.
- Cool & Store: Remove from heat, let cool. Transfer the jam to a clean jar and refrigerate.
Notes
- You can use frozen blueberries without thawing them first.
- Adjust sweetness based on berry ripeness.
- This jam keeps in the fridge for up to 1 week or can be frozen for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
