blueberry chia jam
This quick chia jam delivers all the jammy flavour kids love with a much shorter (and better!) ingredient list. The berries bring natural sweetness and antioxidants, while chia seeds add fibre, healthy fats and nice thickness to help slow sugar absorption and support steadier energy.
- 1½ cups frozen blueberries
- ½ cup frozen raspberries
- 1 tbsp water
- 1½ tbsp chia seeds
- 1–2 tsp maple syrup (optional, taste-dependent)
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Add blueberries, raspberries and water to a small saucepan. Simmer uncovered on low–medium heat for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the berries fully burst and the mixture looks glossy and deeply purple.
Remove from heat and blend until completely smooth using a stick blender or small blender.
Stir in lemon juice and maple syrup (if using).
Sprinkle chia seeds evenly over the surface. Stir very well, wait 2 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping.
Transfer to a jar and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (overnight is ideal) until thickened.
Texture check after chilling
- Too loose → stir in ½ tsp extra chia
- Too thick → stir in 1–2 tsp water
- Real-fruit spread with no refined sugar
- Adds fibre alongside natural sweetness
- So easy and fast to make
- Easy to batch and keep on hand
Store in an airtight container.
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