Peach Chia Seed Jam: A Fun, Easy Jam To Make

There is nothing like the taste of homemade jam. It’s a great way to express your creativity and show your love for someone. It is also a lot of fun to make. Peach chia seed jam is a great recipe because that is easy to prepare. The basics of the jam is such that it encourages you to customize it however you want. Plus, chia seeds are a nutritional powerhouse, so you can feel good about eating this jam!

What you need to make Peach Chia Seed Jam

Chia seed jam is a healthy, delicious and easy-to-make alternative to traditional jam-making methods using pectin and loads of sugar. The chai seeds do most of the work. All you have to do is mash up some heated fruit, and add the chia seeds. Then the chia seeds absorb the juices to thicken the jam in minutes!

All you need is chia seeds, fresh or frozen peaches, water, lemon juice and a sweetener of your choice.

Peaches are a great option because they are naturally sweet and have a lovely flavour. You can use any type of fruit you like for chia seed jam. Keep in mind that it does tend to work best with juicy fruits such as any berry fruits, apricots, pineapple, etc.

Making This easy Peach Jam

Simply add your fresh or frozen peaches, water and lemon juice to a saucepan, then, heat to warm and encourage the fruits to break down. You can also use a fork/spoon/potato masher to aid this breakdown process.

Once the fruit mixture has warmed up, add the chia seeds and make sure it is stirred well.

Taste the jam at this point to determine how much sweetener you want to add. Then add a sweetener of your choice (this recipe uses honey) and stir through. Taste again until you have reached your preferred sweetness.

Remove from the heat and leave the jam to stand for around 5 minutes – it will thicken further as it cools. Stir again ahead of transferring it to a clean sterilised sealable container. Once at room temperature, you can either freeze or refrigerate the jam, or you can start to enjoy it immediately – Yum!!!

TIPS for Making Peach Chia Seed Jam

• It is important to start with ripe peaches, whether they are fresh or frozen. Not only will they be more flavorful, but they will also be easier to break down during the cooking process.
• While chia seed jam can be made without cooking, cooking the jam encourages the release of more fruit juices, softens the fruits to a more jam-like consistency (instead of being closer to a sauce-like texture), and often enhances the vibrancy and flavour of fruits.
• Be sure to cook the jam until it reaches the desired consistency. Chia seeds absorb liquid quickly, so if you like a thinner jam, you won’t need to cook it for as long.
• Add a bit of sweetness to your Peach Chia Seed Jam can be quite tart on its own. A little sweetener of your choice will go a long way towards rounding out the flavour. Ripe, naturally sweet fruits may only require a small amount of sweetener if any.
• A guiding ratio of fruit to chia seeds is 2 cups of fruit to 2 tablespoons of chia seeds. To make a thicker texture, where fruit may be particularly juicy, stir in one teaspoon of chai seeds at a time until you achieve the desired consistency.
• While the Peach Chia seed Jam will thicken on cooling and in the fridge, it is a softer set than regular jam. It remains enjoyable and versatile!
• If you dislike the prominence of the chia seeds in your peach jam, use an immersion blender to puree the mix, which will make for a smoother jam and less obvious seeds.
• You may choose to omit or reduce the lemon juice if your fruits are tart already. The lemon juice does however contribute natural pectin to support the thickening process, as well as adding flavour.
• You will be glad to know that this jam requires regular tasting to help you to adjust the seasoning and thickness – make sure enough is left over by the time you are satisfied…

With these tips in mind, making peach chia seed jam is sure to be a success.

Flavour-enhancing Options

1. Lemon zest for a bright tangy hit.
2. Complementing spices such as cinnamon, ginger, mint, star anise etc.
3. Vanilla extract (1/2 teaspoon)

You can play around with different fruits for chia seed jams, and discover your favourite flavour combinations, and consistency – just right for a fun adventure into using chia seeds to make jams!

Uses for this delicious jam

• Eat it by the spoonful – just because you can!
• Add it to your morning oatmeal or yoghurt
• Spread it on a piece of toast or a bagel

• Add it to a smoothie or juice
• Use it as a topping for ice cream or pancakes – it brings added flavour and texture to these treats.

If you are looking for a fun, easy way to expand your enjoyment of sunny summery peaches, that will also result in something delicious and healthy, then this Peach Chia Seed Jam is the recipe for you!

This method of making jam is incredibly versatile – you can experiment with different fruits and flavour combinations to create your own unique spread. And because it’s made with chia seeds, this jam is packed with fibre and omega-3 fatty acids, making it a nutritious addition to your breakfast or snack time too.

So what are you waiting for? Give this wonderful Peach Chia seed jam a try – you will want to make some more!