Make this healthy Raspberry Chia Jam in just minutes! Who knew jam could be good for you?
I'm a big fan of fruit jams, but they're often packed with highly processed sugars and are more sugar than fruit. So, I decided to make my own homemade chia jams, and never looked back.
This tart and tasty Raspberry Chia Jam is possibly my favorite!
What do I love about this marvelous Raspberry Chia Jam?
Above all, there's no granulated sugar in this colorful and flavorful spread, and with only 3 ingredients, it's so easy to make and keep on hand. Plus, it's so good for you, too!
If you enjoyed this Raspberry Chia Jam, then you'll enjoy my Strawberry Chia Jam.
In This Post You'll Find:
Reasons You'll Love It
- Super easy to prepare
- Stores easy in the fridge
- Tart, sweet and delicious
- Tastes better than store-bought jam
- Low in calories, big in taste
Watch Me Make Chia Jam
Ingredient Notes
Raspberries
Raspberries contain fiber, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. When shopping for these good-for-you berries, look for firmness—no squishy berries mean extra fresh berries—and a nice red color.
Raw Honey
Raw honey has beneficial nutrients like amino acids, iron, and zinc. Raw honey is unpasteurized, meaning the goodness is still there instead of being removed by high temps during pasteurization. Add honey (or pure maple syrup if you're vegan) to sweeten your jam. You could also add monkfruit to sweeten the jam without any extra calories in spike in your blood glucose due to extra carbs.
Chia Seeds
Chia seeds are a fantastic super-boost to this chia jam. They're high in antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids, and fiber. They even contain protein! I have an article on the benefits of chia seeds if you want to read more.
How To Make Raspberry Chia Jam
Fortunately, this delicious chia jam is also very easy to make. Just follow these steps:
Step 1: Cook the raspberries in a saucepan over medium heat.
Step 2: Mash the raspberries according to preferred texture.
Step 3: Remove from heat and add in the honey (or maple syrup).
Step 4: Add the chia seeds and mix.
Step 5: Let stand for 5-10 minutes.
Step 6: Put your amazing jam in a mason jar once cooled, and store in the fridge.
Substitutions
Monk Fruit
Raw honey can be substituted with monk fruit, pure maple syrup, stevia or coconut sugar. Whatever your preference, these all work! I've got an Ultimate Guide To Sweeteners if you want to learn more.
Blueberries
Raspberries can be substituted for any fruit that can be mashed, like blueberries, strawberries, blackberries and peaches.
Chia Seeds
If you only have white chia seeds on hand, those will also work. Personally, I like white chia seeds in my peach jam, and black for darker fruits.
Raspberry Chia Jam Goes Well With:
- Greek Yogurt and Granola: Top full-fat Greek yogurt with homemade morning granola parfait with amazing Raspberry Chia Jam.
- Cheese: If you've got company over and you're serving a cheese board, add a small dish of chia jam—it goes great with cheese.
- Toast: I love a slice of grainy bread with homemade nut butter and chia jam.
- Oatmeal: Drop a dollop of this healthy jam on your morning oatmeal.
How To Store Raspberry Chia Jam
How To Store In The Fridge
You can store Raspberry Chia Jam in the fridge in a mason jar or air-tight container for up to 2 weeks.
How To Store In The Freezer
Store the jam in a freezer-safe airtight container for up to 3 months, leaving room for expansion when the jam freezes.
More Chia Seed Recipes
Raspberry Chia Jam
Equipment
- Saucepan
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Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh raspberries
- 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 raspberries to a saucepan and set over medium heat.
- Cook until the raspberries 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.
Video
Notes
Nutrition
Common Recipe Questions
What Other Fruits Can I Use For Chia Jam?
Other fruits I can suggest for Chia Jam are peaches, blackberries, blueberries, strawberries—really, any fruit that is mashable.
Can I Use Frozen Berries For Raspberry Chia Jam?
Yes, you can use frozen raspberries to make your chia jam.
Why Add Chia Seeds To Jam?
Chia seeds have a ton of fiber and nutrients, so they are super good for you! Not only that but when added to the jam, they become gel-like and thicken the jam to a consistency that works well as a topping or spread.
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