If you’re a health nut, you have probably noticed that chia seeds are popping up in recipes everywhere now – overnight oats seems to be a favorite. Chia seeds are a great source of omega 3’s, but also fiber and protein. Plus 1 serving is just a tablespoon.
Aside from their health benefits, chia seeds can act as a thickener. When they sit in liquid for about 30 minutes or more, they start to absorb some of it which causes it to act as a thickening agent, just like in this jam.
Try out this recipe for your morning toast or your simple PB&J lunch.
Raspberry Chia Seed Jam
- Prep Time:5 minutes
- Cook Time:30 minutes
- Total Time:35 minutes
- Servings:2
- Easy
- 1/2 cup raspberries
- 2 teaspoon honey
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
Ingredients
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Step 1
Put raspberries in a bowl (the berries can be fresh or frozen).
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Step 2
Pour in the honey.
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Step 3
Add the chia seeds.
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Step 4
Mash together with a spoon until combined and the berries have broken down. Let sit for at least 30 minutes so the chia seeds can thicken the jam.
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Step 5
Once it has thickened up, use just like normal jam!