BERRY JAM
SERVES 2 CUPS
1 cup (240 ml) mixed berries
2 to 3 tbsp maple syrup or another sweetener
1⁄2 cup (120 ml) water
3 tbsp chia seeds
Vanilla extract, optional
Lemon juice and/or lemon peel, optional
Fresh berries, for serving, optional
NUTRITIONAL VALUES
Calories: 58kcal
Fat: 2.3g (1.7g S.Fat)
Carbs: 9.1g
Protein: 0.7g
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 65mg
METHOD
In a blender, combine the berries, maple syrup, and water and blend for 20 to 30 seconds, making sure to leave some berry seeds behind. Pour into a mixing bowl and stir in the chia seeds. Stir in the vanilla extract and/or lemon peel, if using.
Refrigerate for about an hour, or until the jam has thickened. If desired, garnish with fresh berries before serving.
Refrigerate for about an hour, or until the jam has thickened. If desired, garnish with fresh berries before serving.