Peach Chia Seed Jam Recipe
Delicous and easy to make - whats not to love about this peach chia see jam?
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Spoon for stirring
- Cup measurement
- Measuring spoons
- Potato masher/fork
- Ladle
- Clean, sterilised jars with lids
Ingredients
- 2 cups peaches, fresh or frozen
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tbsp water
- 2 tbsps chia seeds
- 1-2 tbsp honey OR another sweetener of your choice
Instructions
- Wash, peel and cut up fresh peaches. Allow frozen peaches to thaw a bit to facilitate cup measurement, but hold onto their juices!
- Add the peaches to your saucepan with the water and lemon juice. Stir together over medium-high heat until the mixture starts to bubble lightly and the peaches start softening and breaking down.
- You can either use a fork, spoon or potato masher to break up the fruit further to your preferred consistency.
- Now you can add in the chia seeds and stir.
- After 1-2 minutes, taste the jam to see how much of your chosen sweetener you want to add - do this in small amounts and taste again to get to your ideal sweetness level.
- Once you are satisfied with the taste and thickness of your jam mixture, remove the saucepan from the heat, and let it stand for around 5 min.
- After stirring the jam one more time, ladle it into jars and seal.
- You can then either refrigerate the jam for 1 week, freeze it for up to 3 months, or...enjoy some immediately!
- This recipe makes just enough jam for you to enjoy, and maybe share before you just have to get some more fruit to try it with. Exciting stuff!
Notes
TIPS for Making Peach Chia Seed Jam
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- 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.
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- 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.
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- 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.
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- 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.
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- 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.
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- 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!
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- 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.
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- 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.
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- 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...
Flavour-enhancing Options
- Lemon zest for a bright tangy hit.
- Complementing spices such as cinnamon, ginger, mint, star anise etc.
- Vanilla extract (1/2 teaspoon)
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.
Nutrition
Calories: 388kcalCarbohydrates: 79gProtein: 7gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.03gSodium: 48mgPotassium: 534mgFiber: 13gSugar: 63gVitamin A: 1075IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 170mgIron: 3mg
Nutritional Disclaimer
All nutritional information is an estimate only, based on third-party calculations derived from an online nutritional calculator, Spoonacular API. The data provided is a courtesy and should not be considered a guarantee or fact. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the ingredients and brands you use, your measuring methods and portion sizes. For accurate results, we recommend that you calculate the nutritional information yourself, using a preferred nutritional calculator or advice from a nutritionist, based on your ingredients and individual processes.
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