Chia Jam with Blueberries
Instead of the large amounts of sugar needed to set traditonal jams, here the amazing properties of chia seeds are used to make a jam-like fruity spread with little or no sugar.
Use fresh or frozen fruit, replacing the blueberries with raspberries or strawberries if you like.
Ingredients
- 300 g blueberries fresh or frozen
- 2 tbsp chia seeds approx 30g
- 1-2 tbsp sweetener e.g sugar, honey, syrup optional
- 1 squeeze lemon juice optional
Instructions
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If using fresh fruit, wash and remove any stems.
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Put the blueberries in a saucepan over medium heat and bring to a simmer.
When they start to release their juices, use a fork or potato masher to squash the berries so they release more liquid.
Continue simmering until you have a thickish puree (approx 10 minutes)
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Taste and add sweetener if liked and/or a squeeze of lemon to sharpen.
Stir in the chia seeds and keep stirring while the jam thickens (2 minutes).
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Take off the heat and transfer the jam to a clean, dry jar.
Set aside to cool. The jam will continue to thicken as it cools.
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When cold, put a lid on the jar and store in the fridge.
Use within 1 week.