If you are looking for a quick, healthy, and delicious way to enjoy fresh fruit flavors, mixed berry jam with chia seeds is a perfect choice. Whether you spread it on toast, swirl it into yogurt, or use it as a topping for oatmeal, this chia seed jam is a versatile treat that can be made in under 20 minutes.
Why Make Mixed Berry Jam with Chia Seeds?
Unlike traditional jam recipes that require large amounts of sugar and pectin, chia seed jam uses the natural gelling power of chia seeds. These tiny superfoods absorb liquid and create a thick, spreadable texture.
Ingredients You’ll Need for Mixed Berry Jam
Mixed Berry - I used strawberries, raspberries and blackberries. I used fresh berries. You can use frozen berries too.
Chia Seeds - Chia seeds are the magic ingredient here. They help thicken the jam and add fiber, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids.
Vanilla extract - This is optional. You can use finely chopped fresh herbs too.
Sugar or Natural Sweetener - You can use your choice of sweetener here and based on how sweet the berries are, you can add more or less.
Health benefits include:
- Rich in antioxidants from berries like strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries
- High fiber content from both berries and chia seeds
- Low glycemic index, making it suitable for low-sugar diets
- Plant-based omega-3 fatty acids from chia seeds
What is Chia Seed Jam?
Traditional jams rely on fruit, sugar, and pectin to achieve the right consistency. Chia seed jam, on the other hand, uses chia seeds to thicken the fruit mixture. When mixed with liquid, chia seeds form a gel-like texture, making them the perfect natural thickener.
This method is not only healthier, but also faster and foolproof — perfect for beginners and health-conscious foodies.
Steps to prepare
1 - Clean the berries and then roughly chop the strawberries. Place everything in a pot and add sugar or your choice of sweetener.
2 - Add vanilla extract or any finely chopped fresh herbs of your choice. Rosemary or thyme goes very well.
3 - Place the pot on stove at medium love heat and let the berries softened as the sugar dissolves. Keep stirring in between, and use a masher to mash the fruits.
4- Once all the fruits are mashed, take it off the heat and stir in chia seeds to it. Mix and cover the pot.
In a couple of hours or so, the chia seed will thicken the consistency of the jam. Once the jam is cooled down completely, store in a clean airtight jar. Store in the refrigerator.
FAQs
Yes. This Mixed Merry Jam is plant-based and suitable for both vegans and vegetarians.
This jam is preservative-free and require refrigeration after opening.
bsolutely! Mixed Merry Jam is great for:
Filling pastries or thumbprint cookies
Swirling into yogurt or oatmeal
Glazing meats (like pork or chicken)
Topping cheesecakes or pancakes
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Mixed Berry Jam – Enjoy it fresh or preserve it.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh strawberries
- 1 cup Fresh raspberries
- 1 cup Fresh blackberries
- ⅓ cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoon Chia seeds
Instructions
- Chop the strawberries in halves or quarters.
- Place the berries in a deep sauce pan and add sugar along with vanilla extract.
- Cook in medium low heat for about 10 minutes. Mash in between.
- Once the berries are mashed, and it all comes together, take it off the pan and chai seeds. Mix and keep the pot covered for a couple hours.
- Once the jam thickens, let it cool down until it comes to room temperature.
- Store the jam in a clean airtight jar. And keep it in the refrigerator.
Madonna
I love the first photo. It is so beautiful it should be in a magazine. Have you considered a page devoted to photography tips? Please think about it. I also viewed your tiramisu post. I am going to use it for my next gathering. Do you live in Southern California. I ask because I bookmark SoCal bloggers in one special folder because they are cooking what is in season for me.
lisaiscooking
I never seem to make jam myself, but mixed berry is my favorite kind to buy. Sounds delicious!
Gouri
Hi, The jam looks delicious and must say ki darun chobi gulo dekhte lagche...very inspiring...You are my Food stylist....
Melanie @ Melanie Cooks
This jam looks delicious! I love your pictures!
Geraldine Saucier
The jam looks and sound delicious. You used my favorite berries. I like the use of rosemary in the jam. I must give this recipe a try. Congratulations on the Foodbuzz Top 9.
sally
I like the addition of rosemary to your jam. One of these days I need to try making and preserving jam.
Soni
Ooh I'm drooling just looking at this Jam Kankana!Such rich color and so appetizing!Never tried making jam at home, but you're right, the berries are really sweet even at this time of the year so why not!Great pics!
nisha
absolutely gorgeous kankana...i love mason jars just to even keep flowers. they are so rustic and pretty 🙂
never ventured out into the jam making territory. Maybe some day 🙂
easyfoodsmith
The jam looks finger licking good. Well done!
Sudha
Ummmmm...lovely recipe for jam - looks so rich and love the color!You are not only an awesome cook but a fantastic photographer as well - love how your arrange your shots!Congrats on the Top 9 dear:)
Kim Bee
Congrats on top 9!
Tina (PinayInTexas)
Oh, your mixed berry jam looks delicious, Kankana! I haven't tried making jams with rosemary. Can't wait to try your recipe. Just like you, I also prefer homemade jams, and whenever I feel like making it, I do regardless of the season.
Kim Bee
Oh man now I want jam. In a big bad way. Your photos are absolutely gorgeous.
aarthi
jam looks yummy
Kala
Fantastic post. The images are presented so well, as usual!
rebecca
lovely jam and how cool to add rosemary he he your like my hubby eating the berries out of season ;0)
Raji
Homemade jam wow ! I have never tried making jam at home but your pics make me want to try this. Your pictures are so beautiful and shows all the hard work you put in there..great going Kankana!
Magic of Spice
You always have the most adorable way of presenting your goodies! This jam is gorgeous, and how did you find such lovely specimens during this season! Gorgeous jam and photos!
chinmayie @ love food eat
It's strawberry season here in Bangalore and I was planning on making some jam sometime this week 🙂
Love the color and photos here.
Amina
wow... jam looks so delicious... will try this soon...