Chia Seed Jam with Frozen Fruit
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Ingredients:
Name | Metric | US | TIP | |
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Frozen Fruit mix | 300 gr | 2 cups | Berries/Fruits that work well in chia seed jam are strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, raspberries/ cherries, peaches, apricots, plums, pineapple, kiwi…basically any “juicy” fruits. | |
Chia seeds, plus more if needed | 30 gr | 2 tablespoons | The best ratio of fruit to chia seeds is two cups of fruit to 2 tablespoons of chia seeds. Start with this ratio, then if your fruit was very juicy or you’d like a thicker consistency, stir in more chia seeds one teaspoon at a time. | |
Apple Juice, to taste | 15 ml | 1 tablespoon | You can use: lemon juice, orange juice, pineapple juice, maple syrup |
Equipment:
Blender or hand mixer, optional |
Steps:
- Thaw the berries in a saucepan on medium heat. When softened, mash with a fork or spatula allowing some chunks to remain.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the chia seeds and juice. Keep in mind that different kinds of fruit will yield different textures, flavors, etc. So taste and adjust your jam as needed.
- Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes for the chia seeds to gel, stirring once halfway.
- Once the jam has cooled to room temperature, transfer it to a jar and store in the fridge for about 2 weeks. The jam will thicken further and become more set once completely chilled. The jam can also be frozen for up to 3 months; thaw in the fridge before using.
- Enjoy on top of this delicious Cottage Cheese Mini Pancakes