Strawberry Chia Jam
This Strawberry Chia Jam is a simple, naturally sweet spread made with just a few wholesome ingredients. Instead of relying on refined sugar or pectin, chia seeds naturally thicken the strawberries while adding fiber, omega-3s, and extra nutrients.
Strawberries are naturally rich in vitamin C and polyphenol antioxidants, which help protect the body from oxidative stress and support overall skin and immune health. Combined with chia seeds, this jam becomes a more balanced option compared to traditional high-sugar fruit preserves.
I love keeping a jar of this in the fridge because it’s incredibly versatile. You can spoon it over desserts, spread it on toast, or add it to a yogurt bowl for breakfast.
Strawberry Chia Jam
Ingredients
- 3 cups frozen or fresh strawberries
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 3 Tbsp chia seeds
Instructions Start Cooking
- Add the strawberries to a medium-sized pot and heat over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the strawberries soften.3 cups frozen or fresh strawberries
- Stir in the lemon juice and continue mashing the strawberries with a spoon or spatula to break them down into a jam-like texture.1 Tbsp lemon juice
- Reduce the heat to low, then add the chia seeds and mix thoroughly until evenly combined.3 Tbsp chia seeds
- Let the mixture cook on low heat for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the jam thickens.
- Remove from heat and allow the jam to cool and chia seeds to expand. It will continue to thicken as it cools.
Hi, I’m Tam!
I’m a Vietnamese American and the creator behind this recipe blog. I was previously a scientist but now do recipe development and content creation. I turned my love for research and food into intentional, science-backed cooking…
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