Raspberry Chia Jam
Raspberry Chia Seed Jam- Made with just 4 ingredients, this raspberry jam is refined sugar-free and super easy to prep. Each gram packs 3 grams of fiber!
If you’re looking for an easy and delicious way to amp up your daily fiber intake, this raspberry jam is the perfect solution! It requires just 4 ingredients and comes together in 20 minutes.
Last fall, we took a trip to Colorado and ate at a health food restaurant in Denver called Green Collective Eatery. Oh what I wouldn’t give to have restaurants like this in Athens. The food was so fresh and flavorful that we went back twice during our stay. Some of my favorites were the pancakes, the machita bowl, and the fun toast flights that come with seasonal jam. Their raspberry chia jam was so good I knew I had to recreate it as soon as we got home.
Raspberry Chia Jam Ingredients
- Raspberries– I like to use a bag of frozen raspberries because it tends to be more cost effective but fresh will work as well.
- Honey– Using a few tablespoons of honey helps balance the tartness of the raspberries with a subtle sweetness.
- Vanilla Extract– Because vanilla makes everything better.
- Chia Seeds– Chia seeds help thicken the jam while adding a host of beneficial nutrients. Black or white chia seeds both work here.
How to Make Raspberry Chia Jam
- Pour the raspberries in a pot. Pour the honey and vanilla on top.
- Simmer for about 10 minutes, until raspberries start to release their juices.
- Use a form to mash any big chunks of raspberries.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool. Stir in chia seeds.
- Transfer to a sealed container and refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Can you make it without heating the raspberries?
Yes! You can defrost the raspberries in a large bowl then mash them up with a fork or potato masher. Then stir in the honey, vanilla and chia seeds and refrigerate until thickened. I have prepared the jam with heat and without but my preference is to cook the berries. It may somewhat reduce the antioxidant content but, in my opinion, the texture and flavor is superior.
More Chia Seed Recipes to Enjoy
- Honey Almond Chia Granola
- Chewy Honey Lemon Chia Granola Bars
- Chocolate Chia Protein Pudding
- Cranberry Chia Jam
- Overnight Carrot Cake Chia Oats
- 3-Ingredient Chia Pudding
Raspberry Chia Jam
Ingredients
- 10 ounces frozen raspberries, or fresh
- 2 tablespoons honey, or pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium-low heat, add the entire bag of raspberries with 2 tablespoons honey and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Allow to cook, stirring intermittently, until raspberries release their liquid. This should take around 5-10 minutes.
- Turn off the heat. Using a fork, mash the raspberries to break down any large chunks. Transfer to a container and allow to cool for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons chia seeds until well combined. Seal and refrigerate for several hours to achieve a thicker consistency. Serve and enjoy! Leftovers can be kept in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
