Description
Fresh cherry chia jam is a vibrant and nutritious spread that captures the essence of summer in every bite. This quick and easy recipe combines sweet, juicy cherries with nutrient-rich chia seeds to create a deliciously thick jam. Perfect for spreading on toast, swirling into yogurt, or topping your favorite desserts, this homemade treat is not only simple to make but also a delightful way to enjoy seasonal fruit year-round.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and mashed
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Clean and pit the cherries, then mash them in a bowl until you reach your desired chunkiness.
- Stir in chia seeds, honey (or maple syrup), and lemon juice until well combined.
- Allow the mixture to rest at room temperature for 30 minutes to thicken.
- Transfer the jam to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to two weeks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg