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    Oh My Veggies » Vegetarian Recipes » Dessert Recipes

    Strawberry Chia Jam

    Published: May 30, 2022 · by Nicole · Updated: Aug 22, 2023 · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Looking for a healthier twist to a classic strawberry jam? This strawberry chia jam is loaded with sweet refreshing berries and thickened with chia seeds. This is a great quick and easy jam recipe that doesn't use all the added sugar. 

    chia seed jam

    This spreadable strawberry chia jam is one we make when we have a surplus of fresh berries on hand. Spread this on your pancakes, waffles, toast, sandwiches, and more. A way to sweeten up your day without excess sugar. 

    So whether you create a vegan breakfast spread or a classic nut butter and jam sandwich, this chia jam recipe might be a huge hit in your home. 

    This Strawberry Chia Jam Recipe Is...

    • Ready in a little over an hour 
    • Quick prep 
    • Stores well in the fridge 
    • No canning required 
    • Vegan 
    • Vegetarian 
    • No Extra Sugar Needed 

    How to Make Strawberry Chia Jam

    chia seed jam

    Full steps are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post. This is a quick walk through for readers to reference. 

    1. Start by taking your chia seeds and place in a bowl. 
    2. Pour your water on top, lightly stir and then allow the chia seeds to sit for an hour on the counter. 
    3. You want the chia seeds to thicken into a paste. Once it is nice and thick you can move on. 
    4. In a blender or food processor you will pulse your strawberries and chia seeds together. Then add in the sweetener. 
    5. Once creamy and smooth, it is ready. 

    Helpful Tips for Strawberry Chia Jam 

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    Fresh Or Frozen Strawberries 

    You can use fresh or frozen strawberries for this recipe. If I use frozen I place the frozen berries in a bowl and set it by the chia seeds. So as the chia seeds are thickening the berries are slowly thawing. It is okay to mix them up even if they are not completely thawed. 

    Chia Seeds 

    Make sure to allow time for the chia seeds to thicken. If you don't you will have a watery mess. The thickened chia seeds will replace excess sugar in this fresh jam recipe. 

    Variations For Strawberry Chia Jam 

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    Fruit 

    You can use any type of fruit you would like. I find that berries work wonderfully for making jam. I have even done like a strawberry and raspberry jam together and it was outstanding. Feel free to play around with how to flavor your jam. 

    Sweetener 

    When you are adding a sweetener it is important to use a liquid sweetener. Stevia, honey, or even maple syrup all work great for adding some sweetness to your jam. You can pick any other you want. Flavor to taste. 

    Strawberry Chia Jam FAQs

    chia seed jam

    Can you can this fresh jam? 

    Because there are no preservatives in this jam, it will not can and offer a shelf stable result. You will only want to store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3-5 days. 

    Can I double this recipe? 

    If you plan to serve a crowd or want to gift some jam to loved ones you are more than welcome to make a larger batch. If need be just work in batches when pulsing the ingredients together. 

    What if my jam is too thin? 

    Too thin means either too much juice came from the strawberries or you needed to allow your chia seeds to swell and soak longer. To fix this soak more chia seeds and you can just stir in with the jam, or blend them in with the rest of the jam to thicken it. 

    Recipe

    Strawberry Chia Jam

    This strawberry chia jam is sweet, fruity, and easy to make with just three simple ingredients. And it's vegan friendly too!
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Sitting Time for chia seeds: 1 hour hour
    Total Time: 1 hour hour 5 minutes minutes
    Course: Condiments
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Chia Seed Jam, Delicious Everyday, strawberry chia jam, strawberry jam recipe
    Servings: 8 servings (yields 2 cups of jam)
    Calories: 26kcal
    Author: Oh My Veggies

    Ingredients

    • 2 tbsp chía seeds
    • ½ cup water
    • 2 cups strawberries fresh, hulled
    • 1 tbsp of liquid sweetener such as stevia, optional
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    Instructions

    • Mix the chía seeds and water in a small container.
    • Let the mixture sit for at least an hour, until it thickens into a thick paste.
    • Pour the chía seed paste, the fresh strawberries and the sweetener (optional) into a blender.
    • Pulse until smooth.
    • Now your jam is soft and ready to use.

    Notes

    • This chia jam is a great topping for pancakes, waffles, or crepes – along with a dollop of dairy free whipped cream.
    • Keep in the fridge in an airtight container for 3- 5 days.
    • Variations – You can substitute other berries or fruits for the strawberries to make a variety of jam flavors.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 26kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gSodium: 2mgPotassium: 67mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 6IUVitamin C: 21mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg
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