Low-Sugar Berry Cherry Jam
Discover the delicious flavour of fresh fruit with this simple low-sugar berry and cherry jam. Perfectly sweet and packed with fruit, it's a healthier take on a classic, great on toast, desserts and more!
The ingredients
16 servings
- 2 cups frozen berry and cherry mix
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
The method
- In a small pot, add all the ingredients and cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes. Stir frequently.
- Using an immersion blender (or a regular blender), blend the jam lightly to break down any large pieces.
- Pour the jam into an airtight glass jar.
Tips and variations
Can be served on toast, in chia pudding, yogurt and more.
For a low FODMAP version, replace the berry and cherry mix with the same amount of frozen blueberries.
Storage tips
Keeps in the fridge for up to a week.
Nutrition facts
Per serving, for reference only.
- 35Calories
- 1 gFat
- 6 gCarbs
- 2 gFibre
- 4 gSugars
- 0.6 gProtein
Traditional jams contain about 12 g of sugar per serving and provide no fibre, which can cause blood sugar to spike quickly after eating them.
The soluble fibre in chia seeds helps stabilize blood sugar by slowing down glucose absorption.
Berries are rich in antioxidants like vitamin C, flavonoids and polyphenols, which help fight oxidative stress and neutralize free radicals, reducing the risk of chronic disease and supporting overall health.
