Sugar-Free Raspberry Jam with Chia Seeds
Quick and easy homemade raspberry jam made with just 5 ingredients. Naturally thickened with chia seeds, this low-carb, keto-friendly jam is ready in 25 minutes with no pectin needed.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups raspberries fresh or frozen
- 2 tablespoons Pyure All Purpose sweetener or ¼ cup Swerve
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds white or black
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract pure extract recommended
Instructions
- Simmer The Berries
- Add raspberries, sweetener, and water to a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring with a wooden spoon to help break up the berries.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to low and let it simmer gently.
- Add The Chia Seeds
- Sprinkle chia seeds into the simmering berry mixture, stirring constantly to prevent clumps.
- Continue simmering for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- The jam is ready when it coats the back of your spoon and looks thick and glossy.
- Cool And Store
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Let the jam cool completely in the pan (it will thicken more as it cools).
- Transfer to a clean, airtight container or mason jar.
- Refrigerate for up to one month or freeze for up to one year.
Notes
Sweetener Substitutions: Use 2 tablespoons Pyure All-Purpose or ¼ cup Swerve. Adjust to taste based on berry sweetness.
Berry Variations: Works with strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, or mixed berries. Adjust sweetener as different berries vary in natural sweetness.
Chia Seed Color: Both black and white chia seeds work equally well with no nutritional difference.
Thickening Tip: The jam will seem thin while hot but thickens significantly as it cools. Don't add extra chia seeds while cooking.
Storage: Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 1 month. Freeze in portion-sized containers for up to 1 year. Thaw in refrigerator before use.
Net Carbs: Approximately 1.3 net carbs per tablespoon (1.9g total carbs - 0.6g fiber).
Serving Suggestions: Perfect on low-carb toast, keto pancakes, Greek yogurt, cheesecake, or as a filling for thumbprint cookies.
Berry Variations: Works with strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, or mixed berries. Adjust sweetener as different berries vary in natural sweetness.
Chia Seed Color: Both black and white chia seeds work equally well with no nutritional difference.
Thickening Tip: The jam will seem thin while hot but thickens significantly as it cools. Don't add extra chia seeds while cooking.
Storage: Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 1 month. Freeze in portion-sized containers for up to 1 year. Thaw in refrigerator before use.
Net Carbs: Approximately 1.3 net carbs per tablespoon (1.9g total carbs - 0.6g fiber).
Serving Suggestions: Perfect on low-carb toast, keto pancakes, Greek yogurt, cheesecake, or as a filling for thumbprint cookies.
