Description
Fresh raspberry chia jam made with maple syrup and lemon juice creates a naturally sweet, no-cook spread. Perfect for toast, yogurt, or meal prep breakfasts—learn more and try it today.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh raspberries (or frozen, slightly thawed)
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (or honey, agave nectar, stevia, or erythritol)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Mash raspberries in a bowl until mostly smooth with some texture remaining.
- Stir in sweetener, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Add chia seeds and mix thoroughly to prevent clumping.
- Let sit 5 minutes, stir again, then refrigerate 1–2 hours until thickened.
- Adjust consistency if needed and transfer to an airtight jar.
Notes
- Stir twice in the first 10 minutes to ensure even thickening.
- Adjust sweetness depending on berry ripeness.
- If too thick, add a teaspoon of water and stir well.
- For smoother jam, blend briefly before adding chia seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Chilling Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Method: American