Strawberry Chia Jam
This easy strawberry chia jam is naturally sweetened, plant-based, and made with just two ingredients. Ready in 15 minutes, it’s a no sugar added, gluten-free alternative to traditional jam—perfect for spreading, layering, and spooning over your favorite breakfast and dessert recipes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: About 1 ½ cups 1x
- Category: Spread / Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh or frozen strawberries
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- Optional sweetener: stevia, monk fruit, maple syrup, or lemon juice (to taste)
Instructions
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Rinse, hull, and slice strawberries in half.
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Add to a medium saucepan over medium heat, covered. Cook, stirring occasionally.
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Once soft and bubbling, mash to desired texture.
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Stir in chia seeds and optional sweetener.
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Let cool to thicken. Transfer to mason jars.
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Store in the fridge or freeze for longer use.
Notes
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Works with fresh or frozen fruit.
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Do not can this recipe.
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Add lemon juice or maple syrup for extra brightness.
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Stores for up to 2 weeks in the fridge or 6–8 months in the freezer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tbsp
- Calories: 12
- Sugar: 0.9g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1.5g
- Fiber: 1.2g
- Protein: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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