Slather This No-Added-Sugar Chia Seed Jam on a Piece of Toast

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This no-added-sugar chia seed jam is a simple and delicious alternative to traditional jams, which are often loaded with sugar. This version relies on the natural sweetness of fruit, with the chia seeds giving it a jam-like consistency while adding extra fiber to boot. Use this no-added-sugar jam for spreading on toast or muffins, adding to yogurt or topping pancakes or oatmeal.

an image of the No-Added-Sugar Chia Seed Jam served on an english muffin
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Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Annie Probst, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek

Active Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
10 mins
Servings:
5
an image of the ingredients to make No-Added-Sugar Chia Seed Jam

Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Annie Probst, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsweetened mixed frozen berries

  • 2 teaspoons chia seeds

Directions

  1. Place ½ cup berries in a medium microwave-safe bowl; microwave on High for 30 seconds. Stir, slightly mashing the berries with a fork, and microwave on High for 30 seconds more. Stir in 2 teaspoons chia seeds. Let sit for 5 minutes until the liquid is absorbed and the mixture has a jammy texture.

    an image of the chia seeds being stirred into the berries

    Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Annie Probst, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek

EatingWell.com, October 2024

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

14 Calories
1g Fat
2g Carbs
0g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 5
Serving Size about 1 Tbsp.
Calories 14
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 2g 1%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 0g 1%
Total Fat 1g 1%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Vitamin A 1µg
Vitamin C 4mg 5%
Vitamin D 0µg
Vitamin E 0mg 1%
Folate 3µg
Vitamin K 2µg
Sodium 0mg 0%
Calcium 13mg 1%
Iron 0mg 1%
Magnesium 7mg 2%
Potassium 26mg 1%
Zinc 0mg 1%
Vitamin B12 0µg
Omega 3 0g

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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