Learn how to make Strawberry Chia Seed Jam. It's easy, delicious, and nutritious and only requires 4 ingredients! It's gluten-free and contains no refined sugars. Paleo Friendly. No canning involved.
It's finally here! Our family waits for it all year. Strawberry season! The sweet goodness of fresh-picked strawberries. It's a family tradition to go to the local u-pick fields and fill our baskets with as many as we can. This year, we made several batches of Strawberry Chia Seed Jam.
If you've never made a jam before, don't get scared. This recipe is so simple. It requires only four ingredients, and there's no canning involved.
If you like Blackberries, then you'll also have to try this scrumptious Blackberry Chia Seed Jam!
This Strawberry jam is not only easy to make, it's packed with the goodness of a superfood - chia seeds. Like flax seeds, chia seeds are super high in Omega-3 fatty acids. In addition, you get a healthy dose of antioxidants, fiber, calcium, and protein. So much better than sugary store-bought varieties.
It's amazing. No pectin is needed. The chia seeds, when exposed to moisture, plump up and thicken the jam naturally. Yum!
This jam is a refrigerator jam – it doesn’t require any canning so no need to sterilize the jars and place them in a water bath to seal.
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The uses for Strawberry Chia Seed Jam are endless:
- put it in your yogurt
- mix into your oatmeal
- top your pancakes
- spoon it on ice cream
- make an amazing PB&J
- spread it on toast
- place on top a cracker with cheese
- dollop on cottage cheese
- eat it right from the jar 🙂
There are a couple of ways to make this jam. I'm usually short on time, so I go easy - no cooking at all. To make it this way, you'll need a food processor or blender.
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Blackberry Chia Seed Jam
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Mixed Berry Jam
Homemade Strawberry Chia Seed Jam
Ingredients
- 2 cups strawberries (quartered)
- ⅓ cup maple syrup (or to your liking)
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a blender or food processor, pulse until they're blended to desired texture. Blend more if you want your chia seeds pureed, less if you don't mind them whole.
- You can reserve some of the strawberries and add them later if you want a chunkier version, like I do.
- Transfer mixture to an airtight container, such as a mason jar, and allow to set in the fridge for about an hour.
Notes
Nutrition
Fresh jam from sun-kissed berries is so good. Lick the spoon good. And the chia seeds make it healthier than its store-bought, sugary cousin. If you've got 5 minutes, you can be enjoying this strawberry chia seed jam!
It makes a great gift too!
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Cleo says
This is perfect! Healthy, yummy and so easy to make! My family loves it. Thank you for sharing 💗
Erin Henry says
Yes! We couldn't agree more. So easy to make, plus it's healthier than store-bought!
Bess says
Hi, Ive come across quite a few of your recipes and they all look wonderful. My question is as to whther or not you could substitute the strawberry for any other berry. I have a bunch of blackberries, blueberries and strawberries. Or do you think it would be better making a mixed version using strawberry as your base? I only ask this due to possible thickness issues. Thanks!!!
Erin Henry says
Good question, Bess. I have a recipe for Blackberry Chia Seed Jam, which can be found here: https://www.suburbansimplicity.com/homemade-blackberry-chia-seed-jam/. We find most berry work well in this recipe since the chia seeds are the thickener. Enjoy!
Selma Tillman says
can the jams be frozen ?
Erin says
Yes, Selma. The jam can be frozen in a freezer safe container.
Sue uhal says
This recipe looks great and easy. I have a few raspberries and blueberries that are frozen. Could I add them to the jam if I blended them first?
Erin says
I think that would be just fine, Sue. Let me know how it goes.
Maureen says
Can this be made as a canned jam so it will last longer?
Erin says
Good question, Maureen. I think I tried it once and it was fine, so I would try it. It would be great to have it all year long!
Heather says
How long does it last in the fridge for?
Erin says
Good question, Heather. I would say a couple weeks. It doesn't really have any preservatives, so eating it soon after it's made is best.
Deb says
Can you make this in batches and freeze? Or is it best to just make it fresh?
Erin says
What a great question, Deb. I love it fresh, but you could absolutely freeze it for later. Since the jam doesn't have any preservatives, freezing would definitely make it last longer. I think I'll add this to the post so everyone knows. I appreciate you asking the question.
Shirley Wood says
We are huge fans of strawberries and especially Strawberry Jam. Thanks for sharing your recipe with us at Merry Monday.
Christine says
An edible DIY project sounds right up my alley! Thanks for sharing.
Erin says
Me too! And it's healthy, so I feel good serving this jam to the family. My son didn't even know there was a superfood in there!
Debbie says
Hi Erin, I love the sound of this jam, I've started sprinkling chia seeds on all sorts. I would never have thought to add jam to cottage cheese either.
Thank you for sharing.
xx
Erin says
With the fresh strawberries it's good on just about anything! Crackers with brie? Or on just plain toast. Yum!
Nikki Frank-Hamilton says
This is so perfect! My vegetarian has not been eating much this summer, she is getting bored with her "go tos". This would be perfect for her. She loves strawberries and yogurt, or pair this up with goat cheese or brie and crackers. I'm going to whip this up for her, especially with the nutrition values!
Erin says
I'm guessing she's going to love it! The nutrition is great, but the taste is what will keep her coming back for more! I love your idea of brie and crackers!
Jessica says
This looks so good! I'm sure my kids would love this!
Erin says
Just served it on my son's PB&J today. He didn't even know there was a super food in there. Just thought it was delicious!