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    Home » Recipes » Easy Blueberry Jam Recipe (with Chia Seeds!)

    Easy Blueberry Jam Recipe (with Chia Seeds!)

    Published: May 13, 2021 by Monica Stevens Le · 1 Comment

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    This easy blueberry jam recipe is made with just 4 ingredients and is naturally sweetened with maple syrup. The chia seeds give it an incredible texture, and it's completely refined sugar free and delicious.

    blueberry jam in a clear jar with a spoon inside

    A homemade blueberry jam recipe

    After realizing how uncomplicated and easy it is to make homemade strawberry chia jam, I knew I wanted to create a blueberry jam recipe next.

    You don't need much to make a beautiful and delicious homemade jam.

    I like to use fresh berries, some chia seeds for improved texture, a natural sweetener like honey or maple syrup, and some fresh lemon juice.

    That's it!

    You can alternatively use fresh raspberries or blackberries, and I'm sure that would be just as delicious.

    I'm just a sucker for blueberries and strawberries- they are my two favorite berries! 🙂

    ingredients laid out to make blueberry jam

    What can I eat blueberry jam with?

    All of the things. Pair it with your favorite nut or seed butter and have it on toast

    or

    Spread it on some toast with room temperature butter- that's my favorite.

    Swirl this jam into my creamy peanut butter overnight oats.

    It would also be fabulous on top of fluffy paleo blueberry pancakes or dairy free protein waffles.

    Sophie likes to just go all in with a spoon. That's absolutely allowed, too! 🙂

    Can you use frozen blueberries to make jam?

    You can! They will just take a tiny bit longer to break down when cooking.

    How can I thicken jam without pectin?

    In this particular recipe, the low and slow cook-time on the stove helps make the jam nice, luscious, and thick.

    You don't need pectin at all.

    The chia seeds also aid to the wonderfully thick texture in the jam.

    blueberry jam being cooked in a saucepan

    How to make this blueberry jam recipe

    In a medium saucepan, combine the blueberries and syrup over medium heat. After about 5 minutes, the blueberries will begin to release their juices. Use a potato masher to smash them down.

    Add the chia and lemon juice and reduce the heat to medium-low. Continue cooking, uncovered, stirring every few minutes or so. After about 30 minutes, the mixture will have thickened quite a bit.

    Remove it from the heat now, as it will continue thickening as it cools.

    Let the jam cool down for 10 to 15 minutes before transferring to another vessel or jar.

    Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. It can also be frozen for up to 3 months.

    fresh blueberries in a ceramic colander

    Expert Tips & Tricks

    1. Use a potato masher to mash the strawberries in the saucepan.
    2. You can adjust the sweetness of the jam. Simply taste towards the end of the cook time. You can always add maple syrup or a little extra lemon juice.
    3. Be sure to scrape the bottom of the pan as you stir to ensure nothing gets stuck on the bottom and burns.
    4. Feel free to swap out the strawberries for another berry and adjust the sweetness accordingly. If you are using raspberries, you will most likely need a little extra maple syrup.
    homemade blueberry jam in a glass jar with a spoon inside

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    blueberry jam in a clear jar with a spoon inside

    Easy Blueberry Jam Recipe

    This easy blueberry jam recipe is made with just 4 ingredients and is naturally sweetened with maple syrup. The chia seeds give it an incredible texture, and it's completely refined sugar free and delicious.
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    Servings 24 ounces
    Course: Breakfast, Condiment
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Easy Blueberry Jam
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 24 ounces
    Calories: 33kcal
    Author: Monica Stevens Le

    Ingredients

    • 2 pounds fresh blueberries rinsed and dried
    • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
    • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
    • 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

    Instructions

    • In a medium saucepan, combine the blueberries and syrup over medium heat. After about 5 minutes, the blueberries will begin to release their juices.
    • Use a potato masher to smash them down. Add the chia and lemon juice and reduce the heat to medium-low.
    • Continue cooking, uncovered, stirring every few minutes or so. After about 30 minutes, the mixture will have thickened quite a bit.
    • Remove it from the heat now, as it will continue thickening as it cools.
    • Let the jam cool down for 10 to 15 minutes before transferring to another vessel or jar.
    • Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. It can also be frozen for up to 3 months.

    Notes

    1. Use a potato masher to mash the blueberries in the saucepan.
    2. You can adjust the sweetness of the jam. Simply taste towards the end of the cook time. You can always add maple syrup or a little extra lemon juice.
    3. Be sure to scrape the bottom of the pan as you stir to ensure nothing gets stuck on the bottom and burns.
    4. Feel free to swap out the blueberries for another berry and adjust the sweetness accordingly. If you are using raspberries, you will most likely need a little extra maple syrup.
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 33kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 40mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Calcium: 11mg

    Monica Stevens Le
    Monica Stevens Le

    Hi! I’m Monica – recipe developer, matcha addict and lover of all things chocolate, kombucha and any & all puns. I am also the blogger, real food lover, & bonafide hustler behind the blog ‘The Movement Menu.’ I’m so excited to welcome you to my happy space, where my appreciation of creative recipes and healthy & mindful eats come together to inspire you to live a healthy, balanced life.

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    1. Sherri says

      August 07, 2021 at 11:31 am

      This is delicious. Thank you.4 stars

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