A 10-minute Strawberry Chia Seed Jam that’s so easy and delicious, you’re never going to buy any from the store again. Sweetened with just the berries, this spread is Keto-friendly and sugar-free too!
Ingredients
1cupStrawberries, Fresh or Frozen, Chopped, 144g
3TbspWater
1½TbspChia Seeds, 21g
1tspLemon Juice, Optional, To preserve
2tspMaple Syrup, Stevia Sweetened, Optional, 10ml
Instructions
Heat strawberries and water in a small saucepan over medium, stirring occasionally until fruit begins to break down and bubble, about 7-10 min.
Use a spoon or potato masher to mash to desired consistency.
Stir in chia seeds and lemon juice.
Taste and add maple syrup if needed.
Remove from heat and let cool 5 minutes. Jam will thicken when cooled.
Serve immediately or store (see notes below).
Notes
Other fruits to use: Raspberries, Blueberries, Blackberries, Peaches, Pineapple, Plums, Kiwi
Nutritional value includes the Sugar-free Maple Syrup recommended below.