Chia Strawberry Jam

Chia Strawberry Jam

Yields: 2 cups

Ingredients

• 2 cups of fresh strawberries
• 6 dates, soaked or more depends on sweetness
• 2 Tbsp of chia seeds
• 1/4 cup of water

Method

1. Place the water and dates in a high powered blender and combine to break the dates up into small pieces.
2. Place the chia seeds and 1 cup of strawberries into the blender.
3. Pulse on low to break up the strawberries.
4. Now add the remaining 1 cup of strawberries.
5. Pulse to incorporate.
6. Place the jam in a glass container with a lid and leave in the fridge for 30 minutes. This will allow the chia seeds to thicken the jam and give the flavors time to infuse.

Notes and tips

• The strawberries can be substituted for any berry. I am sure raspberries would taste amazing.
• If you do not have fresh berries, frozen berries can be used. Just allow them to thaw before using.
• Add more dates if you want a sweeter jam.
• Do not over blend the jam because you will end up with a pudding consistency instead of a chunky jam.
• The jam will keep in the fridge for 4-5 days, if it lasts that long.
• Use the jam as you would any store bought jam.