This recipe works with most berry varieties or even a mixed berry jam! Add it to toast, muffins (highly recommend this one), waffles, pancakes, sandwiches, or my personal fave lately…….yogurt, granola, and some of this jameroo
Use this Recipe in my Peanut Butter Jelly Cups
‘Peanut Butter Jelly Time’ Cups
Peanut butter jelly cups are a delectable combination of creamy peanut butter and tangy raspberry chia seed jam, covered in dairy-free chocolate. These treats are perfect for satisfying sweet cravings while offering a healthier alternative to traditional peanut butter cups. Loved by both kids and adults they are a go-to recipe for any occasion.
Raspberry Chia Jam
- 2 cups frozen (or fresh) raspberries
- 1 Tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 Tablespoon chia seeds
- Step 1Place raspberries into a small pot and thaw over medium heat, stirring frequently. Mash the berries until it is a loose consistency. Bring to a simmer.
- Step 2Add maple, vanilla and chia seeds. Continue to simmer, stirring frequently for 3-5 minutes until it begins to thicken slightly. It will continue to thicken when it’s cooling.
- Step 3Remove from heat and let cool.
- Step 4Transfer to a glass jar and store in the fridge for 1-2 weeks. Were obviously not preserving this jam, so it lasts 2 weeks-ish in the fridge, but I find it disappears way sooner than that!
Enjoy!
Notes
NUTRITION TIP – Jam is packed full of refined white sugar (which is inflammatory and dehydrating). Make the swap for this Chia Jam that is sweetened only by the fruit itself and some whole food maple syrup. Simple sustainable swaps like these can go a long way towards optimal health!