How To Make Raspberry Chia Jam | Only 3 Ingredients
Jam shouldn’t be hard or scary. This vegan recipe for Raspberry Chia jam is very easy to make. It requires only 3 ingredients and cooks in under 5 minutes.
Many of you may be asking, what is Chia? Chia is a seed from a plant that resides in the mint family. It is native to Central America, but can be grown in California and Mexico. They are an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, rich in antioxidants, and they provide fiber, iron, and calcium.
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Jam shouldn't be hard or scary. This vegan recipe for Raspberry Chia jam is very easy to make. It requires only 3 ingredients and cooks in under 5 minutes.
- 2 Cups Raspberries
- 2 Tbs Agave or Maple Syrup
- 3 Tbs Chia Seeds
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Place raspberries in a medium sauce pan. Cook on medium heat for 5 minutes. Your raspberries should release most of their juices. You can use a spoon or ladle to help crush them while they are cooking.
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After cooking for 5 minutes, add chia seeds, and agave / maple syrup. Mix until well combined.
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Pour jam into a mason jar or air tight container. Allow to cool at room temperature before placing into the fridge. The jam will last fro a little over a week or you can freeze for up to 3 months.
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Enjoy on toast, in your peanut butter & jelly, or even in one of your favorite cocktails.
