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Easy Strawberry Chia Jam

Published: Jun 6, 2019 · Modified: Jan 7, 2020 by Anna 17 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase through links on our site, we may earn a commission.

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This sugar-free Easy Strawberry Chia Jam takes only 10 minutes and 3 ingredients to make and can be made with any fruit you like, fresh or frozen! 

Chia seeds are delicious and can be used not only to make pectin-free jams, but also healthy desserts, like my Chocolate Chia Pudding.

Side shot of strawberry jam in small glass jar.

Easy Strawberry Chia Jam

Making a sweet fruit jam with no added sugar but superfood chia seeds instead, is like magic! I promise you will not miss the store-bought berry spread that's loaded with sugar. This healthy Strawberry Chia Jam is sweet from the fruit and has the jam texture and consistency thanks to chia seeds. When added to the liquid, chia seeds form a gel. Perfect for making a jam. No pectin or sugar needed to thicken it. Fruit Chia Jam is very easy to make. It can be made with any fruit, fresh or frozen.

Spread on a toasted whole wheat bagel or a fresh slice of my No-Knead Bread and enjoy. It's absolutely delicious!

How to make Chia Jam?

  • Simply place fruit ( chopped into small pieces ) in a small saucepan. and cook until it starts to release juice.
  • Smash fruit with a fork. Cook until the mixture looks like a sauce. You can leave it as chunky as you like.
  • Remove saucepan from heat and add a tablespoon of lemon juice. Stir well.
  • Add the chia seeds and stir well. As the jam cools and sits, it will thicken.
  • Pour into a jar with lid and store in the fridge for up to two weeks.

What do you need to make chia jam (your shopping list):

  • chia seeds
  • strawberries (fresh or frozen), or other fruit
  • lemon juice

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How much does this recipe make?

This recipe makes a medium size jar (about 6oz.) of jam. It can easily be doubled to make more. If you do not like a chunky texture in your jam, you can place the mixture in a blender or use an immersion blender and blend until smooth.

What other fruit can be used to make chia jam?

  • Any berries are great to make chia jam: strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, etc.
  • Peaches are fantastic too, especially when super sweet and soft.
  • Pineapples.
Overhead shot of strawberry jam in glass jar, chia seeds in bowl next to it.

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Strawberry jam in glass jar.

Easy Strawberry Chia Jam

Author: Anna
This sugar-free jam takes only 10 minutes and 3 ingredients to make and can be made with any fruit you like, fresh or frozen!
5 from 6 votes
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Prep Time 2 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 12 minutes mins
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 5 people
Calories 21 kcal
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Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 cup fresh of frozen strawberries see note
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds

Instructions
 

  • Place fruit in small saucepan. Cook on medium-low heat, stirring often, until it starts to release juice.
  • Turn the heat to medium and using a spatula or a whisk, press the fruit down to break it down. Stir often. Cook until mixture looks like sauce. You can leave it chunky or break the fruit down more.
  • Remove saucepan from heat. Add lemon juice. Stir well.
  • Add chia seeds and stir well.
  • As the jam sits and cools, it will thicken up. Pour into a jar with lid.

Notes

  • Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. If using fresh strawberries: wash and hull them, then chop them into smaller pieces. You can add pure vanilla extract and honey if desired. Taste the jam once cooled and adjust to your liking.
  • If you do not like a chunky texture in your jam, you can place the mixture in a blender or use an immersion blender and blend until smooth. 
  • This recipe makes about ¾ cup of jam. 

Nutrition

Calories: 21kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Potassium: 53mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 18.1mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.3mg
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This recipe was originally published on January 15th, 2018 and updated on June 6th, 2019.

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  1. Becky Hardin says

    June 07, 2019 at 4:06 pm

    5 stars
    Love how easy and delicious this jam is.

    Reply
  2. Alli says

    June 07, 2019 at 8:54 am

    5 stars
    How easy is this! I can't wait to make another batch!

    Reply
  3. Toni says

    June 07, 2019 at 8:42 am

    5 stars
    I love that you added chia seeds! It was really amazing!

    Reply
  4. Billy says

    June 07, 2019 at 6:08 am

    5 stars
    This jam is so delicious and love that there are chia seeds in it!

    Reply
  5. Emily says

    June 06, 2019 at 11:47 pm

    5 stars
    So smart to do chia seeds in the jam, now I don't feel as guilty layering it on thick!

    Reply
  6. Ramona calquhoun says

    May 29, 2018 at 7:06 pm

    Is there a way to water bath can this recipe?

    Reply
  7. Elizabeth says

    January 22, 2018 at 9:03 am

    Homemade Jam is on my list this year. Last year I fell in love all over again with some crusty bread and jam. I adore that you added chia seeds!! Bookmarking this one!

    Reply
  8. Krista says

    January 18, 2018 at 9:25 pm

    Yum! I want this on a big slice of toast!

    Reply
    • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

      January 19, 2018 at 12:04 pm

      YES! Thanks, Krista!

      Reply
  9. Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says

    January 18, 2018 at 1:35 pm

    This jam is just perfection!

    Reply
    • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

      January 19, 2018 at 12:05 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  10. Des says

    January 18, 2018 at 11:59 am

    5 stars
    This jam is something I would love. I would spread it on almost everything.

    Reply
    • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

      January 19, 2018 at 12:05 pm

      I agree! And so healthy!

      Reply
  11. Ashlyn says

    January 18, 2018 at 12:39 am

    I love how easy this is to make and the extra boost of healthiness from the chia seeds!

    Reply
  12. Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

    January 17, 2018 at 11:08 pm

    What a great idea! I love making homemade jams and will have to give this one a try!

    Reply
  13. Jen says

    January 17, 2018 at 10:42 pm

    I would want to eat this by the spoonful! Gorgeous!!

    Reply
  14. Amanda says

    January 17, 2018 at 10:03 pm

    I have some chia seeds leftover from another recipe, so I'll have to make this!!

    Reply

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