This easy chia seed jam is a perfect spread for kids. It can be spread on toast, added to yoghurt, used in cakes and so much more. Regular jam has such a high sugar content so this is a fantastic, healthy alternative.
I have been making this easy chia seed jam for several years now. The web is full of recipes for it so I never thought to post a recipe myself. It wasn’t until I had a friend to stay recently, that I realised that not everyone knows about chia seed jam. She was amazed by it and now makes it regularly. This prompted me to post this recipe. I have made several different chia seed jam versions over the years but I like this one because it is so quick and easy. I’ve based it on a recipe I saw on Happy Healthy Mama.
This recipe has only two ingredients, raspberries and chia seeds and I mix it with a little water. I choose not to add any sweetener to my jam as my kids are happy to eat it without. I regularly catch them scooping spoons of it straight from the jar. Depending on your berries, and what sweetness level your kids are used to, it may be a little tart for some tastes. If so, just add a tablespoon or two of your favourite sweetener (maple syrup, honey etc).
The jam lasts around a week in the fridge but I have also tried freezing it and it holds up well. I freeze it in ice cube trays and then take out as needed.
Chia Seed Jam
A super healthy jam alternative for kids. Can be used on toast, yoghurt, pancakes & so much more.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (224g) Defrosted frozen raspberries (could also use fresh)
- 2 tbsp Chia Seeds
- 2 tbsp warm water
Instructions
Add all the ingredients to a blender and pulse. For a chunkier texture pulse only a few times, for a smoother texture blend longer.
Taste the mixture, if you feel it is too tart then add a sweetener of choice (e.g. honey, maple syrup)
Transfer to a container with a lid and chill.
My daughter introduced me to this, she makes itfor her kids. I was amazed how great it is and now make it regularly, sometimes I add honey but often I don’t. Does it work with other fruit?
Brilliant! I love to hear feedback like this – I’m glad this has the approval of several generations! There are tons of different variations of this jam on the net. Just search chia jam and you will get a lot of varieties to choose from. Enjoy!
Thanks for sharing this recipe! It really worked well with so many things. I found the smooth texture better than the chunkier one. Kids love it and it has become mine favorite as well!
Thanks so much for the feedback Celine. It is so easy, isn’t it?! Glad that both you and the kids like it
Looks so yummy, thank you Amy 🙂 one question – can a 10 month old baby have chia?
Thanks Emilia! I was happy giving my sons chia seeds when they were babies. However, I am not a dietician or paediatrician so I am not qualified to give advice, sorry.
How long could you keep this is the fridge if you made a big batch?
I’d keep it for up to a week. Enjoy!
I am a huge fan of your recipes! This raspberry chia seed jam was the first of many I have tried with my 18 month old. We have tried the breakfast berry balls – works well with raspberries or saskatoons, roasted carrots, sweet potato pancakes, green smoothie pancakes, and sweet potato bites, just to name a few! Keep the easy and healthy recipes coming! We appreciate it.
Thanks so much, Angela, you have made my day! I’m delighted that you are finding the site useful, thank you for taking the time to tell me. 🙂
Hi how long would this keep in the fridge? It sounds tasty, can’t wait to make it for my one year old!!
Hi Joanna, you can store in an airtight container for a week in the refrigerator:). I hope your 1yr old likes it as much as my two do!