Easy Berry Chia Seed Jam

So happy to hear, Sophie, that's a delicious pairing! 🤗

Hey Ilaria, we haven't tested it so I can't say for certain, but I wouldn't recommend it. Becuase the jam is thickened with chia seeds rather than pectin, I fear it wouldn't preserve the same. Chia seed jams are also not very acidic. The low acidity levels can create conditions for bacteria to grow. Unlike fruits that are naturally high in acid and safe to can, adding chia seeds to the mix can raise the pH level and potentially create harmful conditions. I hope this helps for now, and that you might still enjoy the recipe as a short-term jam 🤓

It means so much, Seonaid! Hugs to England 🤗

I'm so glad I found you on YouTube. You've really changed my life and made me enjoy cooking again. Keep up the good work. I'm rooting for you. Xxx

So thrilled it was enjoyed, Shona, thank you!

Woop woop! Thank you, Sonia 😃

It means so much, Aleks, thank you!

We're so happy the jam is being enjoyed 🤗

Hey Mahima, we've made this one with freshly squeezed juice with success. Storing it in an airtight container and in the coldest part of the fridge will help it stay fresh. You could also experiment with storing it in the freezer if desired. Otherwise, it might spoil more quickly as fresh juice sometimes lasts up to three days. The jam smelling or looking off is a sign it's gone bad 🙂

Thank you! Appreciate the advice. Looks like three days won't be an issue because I have already finished more than half (guilt free lol). I might skip the juice altogether next time actually..... and may be add some more chia for the binding / thickening.

Hey Mahima, thanks for the update! The juice helps give a bit of a tangy and fresh flavour to the jam, in addition to a touch of sweetness. The extra liquid also helps the chia seeds gel more easily. If omitting, we'd recommend giving the jam a taste test and adding sweetener, such as syrup, to taste 😃

Thanks! That's good to know. I might add one spoon of maple syrup...

It means so much, Alexandra, thank you!

So glad it's being enjoyed, Inna, thank you!

Woop woop! Thanks a bunch, Erica 🙌

Thank you for taking the time to share, Bin! Adding more chia seeds and allowing the jam to sit can help get rid of some excess liquid if using apple sauce in case you're interested 🙂

Hey there, Riz, we're so thrilled the jam was enjoyed! A lovely idea to add sugar 🙂

Hey Angell, aw we're so glad the chia jam was enjoyed! The hexagon jar I used was just an up-cycled jar that had something else in it previously. But I did a quick search and it looks like you can buy it at local stores or online too. Here's a sample search in case it helps: https://amzn.to/3k2FLRJ

Thank you! I ended up ordering some wide mouth mason jars that have normal lids (instead of the separate flat piece and band).

I also treated myself to a small blender (magic bullet) to make some of the smoothies and sauces I see you make 😊

Thanks for all your inspiration

Hey Lynne 😊 Raspberries may indeed be the culprit. We've made this one with sour raspberries by accident before and it came out quite tart! You could opt for more mild-flavoured fruits such as blueberries, strawberries, or peaches instead. Alternatively, a liquid sweetener such as maple syrup to taste can be used to balance it out. Starting with a tablespoon and adding more to taste is one idea. We hope this helps for now, Lynne, and do let us know if you give the recipe another try!

Hey Isobelle! The apple juice helps give a bit of a tangy and fresh flavour to the jam, in addition to a touch of sweetness. The extra liquid also helps the chia seeds gel more easily. You can substitute the apple juice for an alternative juice, like orange juice, if desired. If omitting, we'd recommend giving the jam a taste test in this case though and adding sweetener, such as syrup, to taste 🙂

Hey Faz! There are many possibilities. The key is to pick a fruit that's ripe and naturally a bit juicy. For example, other berries, peaches, apricots, pineapple, and kiwi. You can also add some sugar or syrup to taste if desired. We hope you enjoy the jam if you're able to give it a try 😊

Hi there, Mahima! An alternative juice, such as orange lemon, or lime juice would work best if possible 😊

Mmm love all of these ideas! Thank you for sharing the lovely review, Alma 😊

Thank you for sharing your experience with this one! Cranberries sound delicious 🥰

Cranberries? I’ll have to give that a shot too! Sounds like something special can be done with it for the holidays. Pancake/waffle topping? Or just a special jam for that time of year. Thanks for the idea!!!

We're so happy you tried it out and are enjoying the jam, Andrea! 😃

So lovely to hear, Linda, we're thrilled the jam is being enjoyed 🤗

Thanks a bunch for sharing this, Victoria! So happy to hear you're enjoying the jam ✨

Thank you for taking the time to share your review, Puneetha! So glad you and your little one are enjoying the jam 😃

Hey Zee, great question. Yes, you could try with water, or perhaps some freshly squeezed juice from fruit such as an orange or lemon to help enhance the flavour☺️

Thank you for your response. I made it today and it’s come out extremely tart. I added lemon instead of any juice and that made it worse and consistency is a bit watery and not thick like the video. Any ideas on how I can fix both consistency and taste? I really need my kids to eat this but in current state they won’t 😕

Hi Zee, oh no, how frustrating! Just to double-check, was no liquid added? I have some thoughts on why it may be overly watery: perhaps it hasn't sat for long enough to thicken, too much liquid (maybe from the berries) was added, or not enough pectin. Two ideas to help are you could let the jam continue to naturally thicken in the fridge or add ​more chia seeds to absorb some of the excess liquid.

For the tartness, adding a sweetener of your choice, such as liquid syrup or sugar, should help! You could add a touch of vanilla or cinnamon as well if desired after giving it a taste. Do let us know if this helps! Fingers crossed the wait will be worth it 😃

Hehe so glad to hear you enjoyed this jam, Cris 🤗 You might be able to get away with storing it a bit longer in the fridge although it may lose some freshness ✨

We're so glad to have you in our PUL family, Maylene, thank you! So glad your little one enjoyed it too ✨😃

Hey Oksana! Indeed, if you're looking to absorb most of the nutrients from chia seeds, it's best to enjoy them ground, but luckily chia seeds are also great for us for the fiber they provide 😊 Because of the way chia seeds gel up, they really great for our gut health. Compared to store-bought jams, this recipe has much less sugar. Most store-bought jams use plenty of added sugar to sweeten the jam, whereas this recipe is sweetened naturally with fruits. In any case, you can always use any jam you enjoy - consider this just an option 😉

Aww we appreciate this so much, Kat, and are so glad you're enjoying the recipe!

Thank you for the review, Louise! Freezing your own berries or fruit of choice should work just fine. Indeed it would be best to peel/chop them before freezing if needed :)