Healthy Raspberry Chia Jam (No Cook) – Fast & Flavorful
This no-cook Raspberry Chia Jam is a quick and healthy alternative to traditional jams, bursting with fresh raspberry flavor. Enjoy it on toast, pancakes, or stirred into yogurt for a delightful treat any time of year.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1.5 cups 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups raspberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1/4 cup liquid sweetener (maple syrup, agave nectar, or honey)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse fresh raspberries. If using frozen, thaw fully and place in a medium bowl. Use a fork or potato masher to gently mash them to your desired smoothness.
- Step 2: Add chia seeds, your chosen liquid sweetener, fresh lemon juice, and optional vanilla extract to the mashed raspberries. Stir thoroughly until well combined.
- Step 3: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally 2-3 hours, or overnight. Stir every 30 minutes during the first hour for even thickening.
- Step 4: After resting, stir again. If too thin, stir in an extra teaspoon of chia seeds and rest for 15-20 minutes. If too thick, thin with a tiny splash of water or lemon juice. Taste and adjust sweetness as needed.
- Step 5: Once satisfied, transfer your Raspberry Chia Jam into clean, airtight jars or containers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: For a smoother jam, press mashed raspberries through a fine-mesh sieve before adding chia. Adjust sweetness gradually based on raspberry ripeness, and feel free to enhance flavor with cinnamon or citrus zest.