Homemade Raspberry Chia Jam
Description
Making your own raspberry chia jam is not just about creating a delicious spread; it’s about finding comfort in the simple things. This recipe is quick, easy, and perfect for those moments when you need a little sweetness in your life without the extra guilt.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups frozen raspberries 190 g
- 1-2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 ½ tbsp chia seeds
- juice of 1/2 lemon
- ½ tsp vanilla
Instructions
- In a pan over medium heat, add the raspberries, maple syrup, lemon juice, and vanilla.
- Use a fork to mash the raspberries until you don’t have any chunks left. Cook for about 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat.
- After you have removed the mixture from the heat, add in the chia seeds.
- Let your raspberry chia jam cool off before storing it in the fridge.
- Refrigerate the raspberry jam for a few hours, until it thickens up.
- Store the jam in the fridge for 5-7 days.
Notes
- If you prefer a sweeter jam, feel free to add a bit more maple syrup.
- This jam is also delicious with other berries like strawberries or blueberries.