10 min. Raspberry Orange Chia Jam
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries
- 2 Tablespoons water omit if using frozen berries
- 2 Tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 3 Tablespoons chia seeds white or black
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 orange used for fresh juice (1 Tablespoon and zest (¼ teaspoon))
- Agave nectar optional for additional sweetness
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium-high heat add raspberries, water and honey (omit the water if using frozen berries), bring to a boil and mash the raspberries with a fork to break them down to desired consistency. Reduce heat and simmer for additional 3-4 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Take pan off the heat. Add chia seeds, vanilla, ¼ teaspoon orange zest and 1 Tablespoon fresh orange juice (Use a zester to zest orange to obtain ¼ teaspoon zest. Cut orange in quarters and squeeze to obtain 1 Tablespoon juice). Stir to thoroughly combine.
- Taste jam. Add a splash of agave nectar for additional sweetness or additional chia seeds for thicker consistency. Place in the refrigerator and allow to cool for at least 1 hour before serving.