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.