This Mixed Berry Jam is an easy, delicious and nutritious recipe to substitute for a typical jam. It is perfect to have on it's own, on a slice of toast or in a sweet breakfast bowl.
There is no better time than now to make some healthy Mixed Berry Jam to add to your toasts, oatmeal or even if you just want to eat it by the spoon!
This recipe is so easy, delicious AND healthy by using simple and no processed ingredients.
Chia seeds are all the rage for their nutritional benefits and are the key ingredient to what makes this jam recipe so perfect.
Not only do they have great nutritional value to add to your daily diet but they also make the texture of this Mixed Berry Jam with Frozen Fruit come together beautifully.
Main Ingredients
- Frozen Strawberries
- Frozen Blueberries
- Frozen Raspberries
- Chia Seeds
- Maple Syrup or Honey
- Lemon juice (optional)
Nutritional Benefits of Chia Seeds
Chia seeds contain many health benefits such as antioxidants, minerals, fiber, and omega-3 fatty acids.
These nutrients play a role in supporting multiple body functions and systems.
Chia seeds also contain nutrients that are good for bone health. These are calcium, phosphorus and magnesium.
One of the best parts about chia sees is that they're easy to incorporate into your diet such as with this recipe!
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How to Make Mixed Berry Jam
- Put a saucepan over medium heat with the frozen berries in it
- Add ½ lemon squeeze (optional)
- Add the sweetener and chia seeds, mix until fully combined
- After the fruit softens, lower the heat to a simmer. Consistently stir and mash the fruit to break it down
- Continue until the mixture becomes a jam-like texture.
- Let cool slightly and pour into a mason jar to store.
- Enjoy by the spoonful, on toast or add it to recipes like my PB and J Overnight Oats recipe!
Frequently Asked Questions
You could try this recipe with any frozen fruit!
You can substitute the maple syrup and honey with date syrup, another liquid sweetener or even some coconut sugar.
I would try to use the most natural sweetener possible!
You don't! It's just to add a little sweetness to the jam but it is just as delicious without it.
If you prefer your jam to not be sweet then omit the sweetener from the recipe. This will not affect the texture of the jam and the fruit will give it a light sweetness naturally.
Up to a week in a closed container in the fridge. I typically use a mason jar to store it.
I love adding it to a stack of pancakes (healthy pancake recipe linked here).
I also love to use it in a PB&J, oatmeal, breakfast bowl or just on a piece of toast!
Related Recipes for a Sweet Start to Your Day
- PB and J Overnight Oats
- Nut and Seed Bars
- Gluten Free Shortbread Cookies with Jam
- Almond Joy Overnight Oats
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Mixed Berry Jam with Frozen Fruit
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen strawberries
- 1 cup frozen blueberries
- 1 cup frozen raspberries
- 2-3 tbsps chia seeds
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- ½ lemon juice optional
Instructions
- Put a saucepan over medium heat with the frozen berries in it
- Add ½ lemon squeeze (optional)
- Add the sweetener and chia seeds, mix until fully combined
- After the fruit softens, lower the heat to a simmer. Consistently stir and mash the fruit to break it down
- Continue until the mixture becomes a jam-like texture.
- Let cool slightly and pour into a mason jar to store.
- Enjoy by the spoonful, on toast or add it to recipes like my PB and J Overnight Oats recipe!
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This frozen berry chia jam is the perfect homemade jam recipe. It's easy to make and tastes better than store-bought!