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A glass jar of red berry chia seed jam with a spoon inside, surrounded by fresh strawberries, blackberries, and other jars on a white surface.
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Small Batch Chia Seed Jam (Any Flavor)

Upgrade your toast with this easy chia seed jam. Just 4 ingredients and 15 minutes for a sweet, glossy, perfectly spreadable topping that’s brunch-ready!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Dips, Sauces, and Salsas
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Low Salt, Vegan, Vegetarian
Keyword: chia jam, chia seed jam
Diet: Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Occasion: 4th of July, Birthdays, Game Day, Valentine's Day
Time: 15 minutes or less, 30 minutes or less, 45 minutes or less
Servings: 8 servings
Author: Sarah Bond

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chopped fruit 2 to 3 cups
  • ¼ cup water
  • 2 Tbsp honey, maple syrup, agave, or sugar
  • ¼ tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 Tbsp chia seeds

Instructions

  • Cook: Add 1 lb chopped fruit, ¼ cup water, 2 Tbsp honey, maple syrup, agave, or sugar, and ¼ tsp vanilla extract to a medium sauce pan set over medium heat. Cover and cook, stirring often, until fruit begins to soften, about 7 minutes.
    Sliced strawberries and liquid for chia seed jam in a saucepan, viewed from above on a light surface.
  • Mash: Use a fork or potato masher to mash fruit to your desired consistency.
    A saucepan filled with simmering chopped strawberries and juice, forming a thick, red chia seed jam. A spoon rests nearby on a white surface.
  • Thicken: Stir in 2 Tbsp chia seeds and remove from heat. Let chia jam cool and thicken for 5 minutes before serving. Taste and stir in more sweetener as needed (this will depend on the ripeness of your fruit).
    A saucepan filled with a chunky red mixture, likely chia seed jam, is being stirred with a black spatula on a white surface.

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Notes

Storage: Chia jam lasts about a week in an airtight jar or container in the fridge.
Can I use white chia seeds? Yes! They work the same way as black chia seeds but blend in better, especially if you’re making lighter-colored jams like peach, golden raspberry, or apricot.
Can I use frozen fruit? Yes, you can totally use frozen fruit! There’s no need to thaw it—just toss it straight into the pan and cook it down.
Is this recipe safe for canning? Chia seed jam isn’t safe for canning since it’s not shelf-stable. This recipe is meant to be a small batch you can keep in the fridge and enjoy throughout the week!
Blueberry Flavor Option: Add ½ tsp lemon zest to brighten up the flavor.
Apricot Flavor Option: Add ¼ tsp cinnamon and use white chia seeds to preserve the orange color.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 61kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 1.1mg | Potassium: 104mg | Fiber: 2.5g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 25IU | Vitamin C: 7.5mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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