Summer Berry Chia Jam

Summer is the perfect time to capture the sweetness of the season in a jar! This summer berry chia jam is a delightful blend of fresh summer berries, chia seeds, and a touch of honey, all mixed together to create a sweet and tangy spread that’s perfect for topping your favorite treats.

Ingredients

• 1 cup mixed summer berries (such as blueberries, raspberries, blackberries), freshly picked or frozen
• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Rinse the mixed summer berries and pat them dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. If you’re using frozen berries, make sure to thaw them first.

Place the berries in a blender or food processor and blend until they’re coarsely chopped.

In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the chia seeds, honey or maple syrup, lemon juice, and salt. Stir well to combine.

Add the blended berries to the bowl with the chia seed mixture and stir until everything is fully incorporated.

Cover the bowl with a cloth or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the mixture to thicken and the flavors to meld together. After 30 minutes, give the mixture a good stir and scoop it into 5 small jars or containers.

You can store these jars in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 6 months.

Let the jam set at room temperature for about 10 minutes before serving. You can use this jam on toast, yogurt, or as a topping for oatmeal or ice cream.

Get creative and enjoy!

Notes

You can use frozen berries for this recipe, just make sure to thaw them first. If using fresh berries, make sure to rinse them well and pat them dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.

Chia seeds can absorb a lot of liquid, so make sure to mix them well with the honey or maple syrup, lemon juice, and salt before adding the blended berries.

Let the mixture refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow it to thicken and the flavors to meld together. You can also prepare this mixture the night before and refrigerate it overnight for an even thicker consistency.

These small jars of jam make great gifts! You can also customize the recipe by using different types of berries or sweeteners.

If you find the jam too thick, you can thin it out with a little water or lemon juice. If it’s too thin, you can heat it up in a saucepan over low heat until it reaches your desired consistency.

You can use this jam on toast, yogurt, or as a topping for oatmeal or ice cream.

You can also use it as a filling for cakes and pastries, or as a topping for pancakes and waffles. The possibilities are endless!

Nutrional Value

• Calories: 120
• Total Fat: 2g
• Saturated Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 10mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 30g
• Dietary Fiber: 4g
• Sugars: 20g
• Protein: 2g