Description
Fresh cherry chia jam is a delightful, easy-to-make spread that captures the essence of summer in every spoonful. This vibrant jam combines ripe cherries and nutritious chia seeds, creating a sweet-tart flavor and unique texture that elevates your breakfast, snacks, or desserts. Enjoy it on toast, swirl it into yogurt, or use it as a filling for pastries. With its simple ingredients and healthy profile, this jam brings a burst of cherry goodness to your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust for sweetness)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Wash and pit the cherries. Halve them to release juices.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, mash the cherries until saucy using a potato masher.
- Stir in honey or maple syrup and lemon juice; simmer for about five minutes until bubbly.
- Mix in chia seeds and stir well until evenly distributed.
- Remove from heat and let cool for at least 30 minutes to thicken.
- Transfer to clean jars or containers, seal tightly, and refrigerate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg