Jam is delicious, but it is usually far from nutritious. All the preservatives and sugar in store-bought jam steal the goodness from what should be a healthy treat. Even most home made jams use pectin and rely on sugar to help the liquid set.
It doesn’t have to be this way. The pectin-sugar combo isn’t the only game in town. Chia seeds can be used in place of sugar to help the jam set. Then a healthy alternative sweetener, like organic honey, can be added to taste. Not only are we avoiding excessive sugar and preservatives, chia seeds come with a whole range of benefits. They are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, high in nutrients and known to fight inflammation.
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Healthy Homemade Chia Seed Jam
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| Prep Time: |
| 1day |
| Cook Time: |
| 15minutes |
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Serves:
1
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Ingredients
- 2cups fruit
- 2tbsp chia seeds
- 2tbsp honey
- 2tbsp lemon juice
Servings: jar
Instructions
- Heat your fruit of choice on medium heat until soft and gooey.
- Mash ingredients together.
- Stir in chia seeds, honey and lemon juice to taste.
- Store in the refrigerator; your jam will further thicken as it cools.
Recipe Notes
Pro tip: For a thicker jam, add more chia seeds.
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— Erin Wildermuth