Making strawberry jam is easy with chia seeds instead of pectin plus no refined sugar for a healthy strawberry  jam anyone can make.

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Formerly, I was scared to death about the thought of making my own jam, although I was also longing to do it. The thought of using pectin and then canning the jam just seemed too much for me. Then I saw recipes for strawberry jam made with chia seeds. Instantly my fear of pectin was wiped away. I did not have to use it. Second my love of mason jars was helping to alleviate my fear of canning. Additionally, there are so many Youtube videos that will walk you through the process.

As soon as I actually tried to make my own strawberry jam with chia seeds, I realized how ridiculous my fears where. I quickly realized how easy the jam is to make. Really, anyone can make strawberry jam using chia seeds. In fact, I would almost say it is foolproof. The best part was that I controlled the sugar content. Actually I used agave instead of sugar, no refined sugar in this recipe. You will find this is not a sweet jam. If you would like more sweetness, add another tablespoon of agave.

This recipe makes enough for one jar of jam so there is no need to can it at all. However, feel free to double and triple the recipe. Then you can can it to enjoy throughout the year. Check out Youtube for videos that walk you through the process of preserving the jam by canning it. Otherwise, enjoy this delicious homemade strawberry jam on toast or use it in my next delicious recipe for Strawberry Cheesecake Pie. I am sure you are going to love it.

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Strawberry Jam with Chia Seeds

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Servings 12 servings

Calories 23 kcal

Author Christie Daruwalla

Ingredients

• 1 pt strawberries hulled and sliced
• 1 tbsp agave
• 2 tbsp chia seeds

Instructions

1. Place strawberries and agave in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
2. Cook until strawberries are soft, about 10 minutes.
3. Mash strawberries then cook for another 5 minutes.
4. Turn off the heat.
5. Stir in chia seeds and let sit for 5 minutes.
6. Pour into air-tight containers.
7. Refrigerate overnight.

Recipe Notes

Serving size: 2 tbsp.

I calculated 1 Weight Watcher Smartpoint.

Nutrition Facts

Strawberry Jam with Chia Seeds

Amount Per Serving

Calories 23 Calories from Fat 9

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 1g 2%

Total Carbohydrates 7g 2%

Dietary Fiber 2g 8%

Sugars 1g

Protein 1g 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Christie

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