Healthy 3-Ingredient Chia Seed Blueberry Jam

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Maple syrup offers a similar sweetness with a lower glycemic index.

blueberries

🥗Healthier: blackberries

💰Cheaper: frozen blueberries

Frozen blueberries are often cheaper and just as nutritious.

Heat a medium saucepan over medium heat and add the blueberries.

Add the honey and place on the stove over medium heat.

As the blueberries begin to soften slightly over the heat, stir them around in their juices and the honey.

Once the berries have softened to the point that they're starting to fall apart, add the chia seeds and stir them in well.

Let the mixture come to a slow boil, stirring almost continually. Use a potato masher or fork to break up the blueberries if necessary.

Continue stirring the mixture over low heat for about 15-20 minutes, or until a gelatinous texture is reached, and then remove the pan from the stove.

Pour the jam into a large mason jar and allow it to cool, covered, at room temperature for half an hour before placing it in the fridge to cool completely.

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