Searching for a tasty jam that's healthy? This no-sugar Peach Chia Jam is delicious and extra easy to make, and all 3 ingredients are good for you!
This Peach Chia Jam has just 3 ingredients and is surprisingly simple to make!
I absolutely love jam—I've got a few wonderful chia jam flavors up my sleeve, and today, I will introduce you to Peach Chia Jam. And, yes, it's as fabulous as it sounds.
Tired of jams being loaded in sugar? Me, too. It's crazy when it's possible to make jam without sugar.
Before you know it, you'll be topping all of your favorite treats with this chia jam. From Banana Protein Pancakes to Vanilla Ice Cream, you'll be so glad you gave this low-calorie, yet sweet jam a try.
Let's get started!
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Reasons You'll Love It
- Takes just 15 minutes to make
- Stores in the fridge and can be frozen, too
- Delicious and so peachy
- Nice and sweet without refined sugar
- Makes a flavorful topping
Watch Me Make Peach Chia Jam
Ingredient Notes
Peaches
Peaches have a ton of healthbenefits. They are high in vitamins C and A, and contain helpful antioxidants, like zeaxanthin and lutein, which protect against free radicals. The perfect peach is slightly soft when gently squeezed. The skin will look fresh and be golden red.
Chia Seeds
These little seeds have a lot going for them! Omega 3 fatty acids make them a healthy addition to Peach Chia Jam. They'll add protein and healthy fats and make your jam nice and thick.
Raw Honey
Just a tablespoon of raw honey is needed. Honey has bioactive plant compounds that act as antioxidants. And you can't beat the sweetening factor in this small amount. It's a win over refined sugar for sure!
How To Make Peach Chia Jam
You're going to love this—just a few easy steps!
- Add the peaches to a saucepan.
- Heat until they become liquidy.
- Mash to your preferred texture.
- Stir in the honey and chia seeds.
- Let it thicken and give it a try!
Substitutions
Raw Honey
Substitute raw honey with monk fruit, stevia, pure maple syrup, or coconut sugar.
Chia Seeds
I use white chia seeds because they blend in better with the peaches, but you can use black chia seeds if that's all you have. You get the same chia seed benefits, white or black.
Peaches
Any fruit that's mashable can be made into delicious chia jam. As in Blueberry Chia Jam for instance!
Peach Chia Jam Goes Well With:
- Homemade Peanut Butter: I love rice cakes, Peach Chia Jam, and Honey Roasted Peanut Butter.
- Cottage Cheese: Add a teaspoon of jam to a bowl of cottage cheese for a high protein snack.
- Frozen Yogurt: Top your favorite Frozen Yogurt with jam.
- Ice Cream: Top this Healthy Vanilla Ice Cream for a summertime sweet.
Storage Tips For Peach Chia Jam
My chia jam recipes are made to last about 2 weeks in the fridge as long as you've stored it in an airtight container like a mason jar.
You can freeze it right in the jar for about 3 months, thawing in the fridge when you are ready to use it. Just make sure the container is freezer-safe.
Sadly, you cannot can this jam, as the chia seeds don't react well to canning.
Peach Chia Jam
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Ingredients
- 4 cups peaches, diced and peeled
- 1 tablespoon raw honey, as needed for sweetness (use pure maple syrup if vegan)
- ¼ cup chia seeds, plus more as needed, to thicken
Instructions
- Add the peaches to a saucepan and set over medium heat.
- Cook until the peaches break down and become liquidly, about 5 to 10 minutes.
- Mash the fruit with the back of a spatula or a potato masher. You can make it as smooth or as lumpy as you'd like here for the texture of the jam.
- Remove the pan from the heat, and stir in the honey. Taste, and add more honey, as needed, for additional sweetness. If vegan, use pure maple syrup instead of raw honey.
- Add the chia seeds, and stir to combine.
- Let stand 5-10 minutes, or until thickened. The jam will continue to thicken, especially once refrigerated, but if you'd like a thicker consistency, particularly with very high-liquid fruits, you can stir in more chia seeds 1 tablespoon at a time.
- Once the jam has cooled to room temperature, transfer it to a jar or sealable mason jar.
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Notes
Nutrition
Common Recipe Questions
How To Make Jam Without Sugar
I know—you're like me and love jam, but don't like refined sugar.
Say goodbye to that problem because this irresistible jam is a 3-ingredient recipe without sugar. I use just a tablespoon of raw honey to sweeten the jam, and if you're vegan, you can use pure maple syrup or monk fruit extract. It's that easy.
My Peach Chia Jam Isn't Thickening
If the jam isn't thickening to the consistency that you like, stir in more chia seeds, 1 teaspoon at a time. Wait a few minutes, and you'll see it begin to thicken.
How Do I Peel Peaches To Make Jam?
This method is much better than a knife because it doesn't take fruit along with it like peeling with a knife does.
- Boil water in a large pot on your stove.
- Gently put the peaches in, one at a time.
- Keep the peaches in the water for 20-30 seconds.
- Remove the peaches from the pot. Put them in an ice bath (or just a pot of very cold water). Leave them resting for about 5 minutes.
- Remove from the water and pull off the skin from your peaches in one quick motion.
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