The perfect healthy jam to spread on your morning toast or add to a nut butter sandwich. Raw, naturally sweet, and packed with healthy chia seed omega 3s, you'll be happily spreading this raw raspberry fig chia jam on everything!
After many years of wanting to make my own fruit jam, I finally did so a few weeks ago! Boy, was it easy and I'm still kicking myself for waiting so long! I'm actually more of a fruit butter person, but jam and jelly is wonderful too (and quicker to make). Well, chia jams are quick to make! When you have an over-abundance of summer fruits in the kitchen too and there is no way to finish it all before it goes bad, whipping up some jam is the answer!
What I loved most about making my own jam was not having to worry about added sugars or preservatives. Just fruit and chia seeds! All wholesome goodness that I would gladly spread all over everything! The chia seeds naturally "gel" it and make it the perfect jam/jelly texture! I eat nut butter sammies multiple times a week. They are a lunchtime staple and I always need a good sweet fruit spread to use!
I like to toast (okay, more like burn, I like my gluten-free bread really, really toasted!), then slather on some nut butter. Usually sunflower seed or almond butter. Then comes the fruit spread. I like to break the crust pieces off first and eat them, then the center or least toasted part of the sammie. If I'm feeling really motivated, I won't toast my bread, but grill it on my mini George Foreman grill, like a panini! Quality lunch right there π
So why did I pick raspberries and figs? Well, I looked in the fridge and saw half a carton of almost dying raspberries that I didn't want to have to throw away. I grabbed those and then to add some extra natural sweetness, I dug in my freezer for my one and only bag of Trader Joe's Organic Frozen Whole Green Figs! When my mom was in a rare TJ's a few weeks back, I told her to see if she could find them. She did, YAY, but then I wasn't sure what exactly I wanted to make with them. I just love figs, always have. Especially if I were to use dried fruit in something. I know a lot of people are obsessed with dates, but I much rather prefer figs! And I like the name "fig", so cute!
Raw Raspberry Fig Chia Jam
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Raw Raspberry Fig Chia Jam
The perfect healthy jam to spread on your morning toast or add to a nut butter sandwich. Raw, naturally sweet, and packed with healthy chia seed omega 3s, you'll be happily spreading this raw raspberry fig chia jam on everything! Gluten-free, vegan, and refined sugar-free!
- Yield: 1 Β½ Cups 1x
- Category: Condiment
Ingredients
- 3 Large Frozen Green Figs (defrosted)
- 1 Heaping Cup of Raspberries
- 1 TB Chia Seeds
Instructions
- In a food processor, add the figs, raspberries, and chia seeds. Blend to desired smoothness.
- Store in an airtight jar in the fridge for at least an hour to thicken.
- Will keep for 2 weeks.
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It's that easy! Can you believe it? I was all excited to make a new recipes, but then I realized this took about 5 minutes and cooking was over. I'm pretty sure I made 2 other recipes after that to quell my passionate needs π Anyway, that means you have no excuse not to make yourself some healthy chia jam this summer! You any fruit you have that's starting to look sad and overripe. Hell, you can even use all frozen fruit so you can still have jam all year-round! You can make an even bigger batch and freeze some to defrost as needed. This chia jam is perfect for morning toast, bagels, pancakes, muffins, waffles, sandwiches, ice cream, anything!
So tell me:
+ Have you ever made your own fruit jam, jelly, butter, spread?
+ What's your favorite way to make a nut butter sandwich? I will always have fond memories of eating childhood lunch in school, made by my dear mom. Super soft whole wheat bread with Jif peanut butter and Welch's grape jelly, cut on a diagonal.
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chellie
I'm so trying this!!! I do homemade jam in the summer, and I haven't tried a chia jam yet. But, this week at the grocery store, raspberries we're 4 for $5! I would much rather get them from the farmer's market, but beautiful plump raspberries in December in the mitten state at that price??? Maybe I'll just make some jam.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Not sure why you're commenting on this summer fruit jam recipe in January than. However, you can always use frozen fruit.
Sherry
Home made jam is the best! So are figs:-)
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I agree!
Raia
Looks delicious, Rebecca!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
kimmythevegan
YUM! I haven't made my own jam yet and this sounds like the perfect recipe to start with. Sounds simple and I love that it is raw. And fig-sweetened sounds awesome =)
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
You must! It's too easy not to!
Deborah Davis
So yummy! I could slather it on so many things!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Endless slathering!
Miz Helen
What a lovely Fig Jam, it looks delicious!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Deborah Davis
Who can resist this healthy, delectable treat! I could eat this every day!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Not a treat, but it is delish!
Christine
Chia seeds to thicken! So smart!! I never eat jam for the exact reasons you mention but this idea means that I can!! Very exciting.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
You can eat all the jam you want now!
swayam
This is such a great jam !! I love figs.. grilled figs are my current fave but this chia fig jam looks something i would wanna spread on my toast every morning!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
O man, I must try grilling them!
Jennifer Abel
This is great no added sugar and the benefits of chia.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Exactly!
Sarah-Ann
Looks and sounds delicious! I haven't tried chia seed jams yet but they are def on my to do list.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
O, you will love how easy they are!
Elaine Hodges
Thanks for sharing!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Stephanie
YUM! Thank you so much!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Val - Corn, Beans, Pigs and Kids
It has been a long time since I've made jam and what an interesting yet no brainer way of making jam - with chia seeds!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I think it's time to make it again!
Julie is Hostess At Heart
Oh this looks delicious! I love that you didn't add a bunch of sugar which in my opinion masks the beautiful flavor of fruits. I also love that you added chia for a superfood boost. Thank you for sharing!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Exactly! Never mask the natural sweetness of fruit!
Http://www.honestmum.com
This looks delicious, I adore figs here too, my Aunt in Spain has the most amazing fig tree in her garden, she was just telling me about scoffing some today and I was terrible jealous!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
O my gosh! Well I'm jealous too!
Marla
Hi Rebecca,
I love this recipe - it sounds delicious, healthy and so easy to make. With the figs and chia seeds it loaded with protein, It sure would taste great on morning toast or I think I would just like to eat it by itself. Thanks for sharing on Real Food Fridays. Pinned & twitted.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, I'm all for eating it with a spoon π Like a chia pudding!
Life Breath Present
This looks to be one of the easiest jam recipes I've seen in my entire life! I've never had figs, but would definitely be willing to try them in this easy jam! π
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
You will love it! It couldn't be easier (or more delicious!) π
Adele Clarke
Oh yum! I try stick to a low sugar diet so may have to give this a go. Thank you!
#brilliantblogposts
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I do, and this is the perfect "sweet" for me!
Amanda
Yum! I guess I never realized it was that easy to make jam.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It is!
Steph @MisplacedBrit
YUM!
Delicious, fresh, heaped with tasty summer fruit... What's not to like?
#BrilliantBlogPosts
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Got that right! Thanks Steph!
Sarah C
I love chia seed jams and the combination sounds magical!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes! Thank you!
Cristina @ I Say Nomato
You make this look so easy! I've seen the chia seed thing floating around the internet a bit lately and I think your post has put me over the edge - I have to try this!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It is easy! Anyone can do it!
Cristina @ I Say Nomato
I'm so happy you shared this one!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
sue
You have inspired me as I have never made my own jam before. I love the combination of flavours you have chosen and the pics look fabulous.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Do try it! It's so easy and not scary at all!
Renard Moreau
[ Smiles ] This is the perfect vegan recipe for me.
Thank you for posting this!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Rachel @ Delicious Balance
This jam seems too easy to be true! I've always been intimidated by homemade jams but I think I can handle this one! Looks so good!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha! It's one of those more like a "formula" type things than a "recipe"! Like a jam smoothie π so easy! And really, who has time for making jam any other way π
Emily @A Tiny Fork
I love this - perfect summertime recipe! And it looks like such a good flavor combo!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It is! Thank you!
Hannah
Oh yuuuum! I made jam for the first time this year too, and I wish I had known about chia seed jam before I did it. It turned out wonderful and delicious, but it's not even almost healthy. Your recipes looks really incredible π
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Then totally give this one a try!
Kathy
Visiting from the Recipe Swap. I love raw recipes. This jam looks thick and full of fruit. Can't wait to give it a try. Thanks for sharing.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you Kathy!
Shashi at RunninSrilankan
Rebecca - your fruit and chia jam looks fantastic! And woohoo no sugar!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Always! Thanks Shashi!
Tara | Treble in the Kitchen
This sounds so tasty!! π I haven't tried figs but I see them popping up everywhere!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Do it! Figs rock! And you can't be fresh figs either!
Ila@ilkasblog
This sounds so great and delicious. I will try this! Great post.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Dawn
You've inspired me - I've never made jam before - it seems just too fiddly. But this looks so easy and so yum! Thanks for the post x
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
This is the easiest way to do it and the results are delicious!
Lucie
Oh yes please! I'm a huge fan of chia jam and the raspberry fig combo sounds amazing!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you Lucie!
Michelle @ Vitamin Sunshine
I love that you used figs in this jam! Much better for summer and for raspberries than dates.
I can't imagine having raspberries going bad in the fridge though! I eat them so fast when they are fresh and sweet in the summer.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I agree! Long live the fig!
Haha, my dad brought home a huge container from Costco (and I'm like the only one in the house who eats fruit!)
Kirsty Hijacked By Twins
What a delicious looking jam! I have made jam in the past but hate the amount of sugar that needs adding. I will be trying it your way next time x #TastyTuesdays
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Never again! No sugar, let the fruit shine!
Kristy @ Southern In Law
Yum! Rasbperries and figs are a delicious combination!
I almost always have a little jar of chia something jam in the fridge (usually strawberries or blueberries) as it's so quick to whip up and delicious when added to so many different things!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yea! It's so great so have some on hand always!
Jessica Haynes
OH my. This sounds delicious! Totally going to add this to my husband's "to make" list!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It won't stay there for long! It will be on the MADE list stat π
MEl
That's really my kind of jam! I will pin it right now so I can remember to make it when I have loads of raspberries from the garden. #TastyTuesdays
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Perfect! Fresh raspberry love!
Kait @ Our Foodie Appetite
This is such a good idea! It's a great way to get a superfood into your morning breakfast!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Totally is!
Amy @ Happy Healthy RD
This combo sounds delicious. I love figs too! But they are hard to find in Michigan. I'll have to check the frozen fruit aisle!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Find a TJs!
Julia
What a fabulous ja. I love love the chia seeds. This would be great on my morning english muffin!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes it would! Thanks Julia!
Lauren @ Wicked Spatula
LOVE that you used figs with the raspberries!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
The figs are my favorite part π Haha!
Debbie @ Coach Debbie Runs
Finally! A great use for chia seeds (sorry, usually not a fan π ). But they would be perfect for jam. And I love that it is so easy too!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes! Try them in jam! I think you'll be a fan π
Kelley
I've been on a fig kick lately! This jam looks so delish!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Ah yay! Figs for the win!
Valerie
Anything with figs involved is delicious! Drooling right now.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, I agree!
Kayla @ Blondes Have More Run
wow, what a clean and easy recipe!! I love jams on top of my morning bowl of oats, especially with some PB too! But I always have a hard time finding a jam without the added sugar.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Ah! I need to put this on my oats!! Duh, perfect idea!!! Thank you π
Jill Silverman Hough
This looks and sounds great, Rebecca! And I LOVE learning about TJ's frozen figs--that will definitely come in handy. Thanks!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, and I learned about them through another blogger and knew I had to get some one day to try! Love figs!
Thanks Jill! XOXO
Sarah
This looks so good!!!
It has been awhile since I have made jam but I use to make it often with my grandmother. I think the last time I made jam would be the rhubarb jam I made last year or apple butter last fall if that counts. There is no right, wrong, or perfect PB&J/ nut butter and jam sandwich! Sorry there just isn't for me, it would be like asking me if I had a favorite child. π
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Oooo I need to make my own apple butter too! I will this fall for sure...or now...no waiting!
Haha, I kinda totally agree π As long as it's nut butter/fruit spread/bread, we are good!
Liz
This looks delicious! I love that there are no added sweeteners!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Let the fruit shine!
Linda @ Veganosity
Don't feel bad, I've never made jam either, and I'm WAY older. π I love the fig and raspberry combo. Looks delicious.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Hahaha, it's never too late π I bet you would come up with one awesome flavor combo!
Monique @ Ambitious Kitchen
Amazing and so easy. I can imagine this would be amazing with some almond butter.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
O, I can assure you it is π Haha! Thanks Monique!
Trish
I love figs, and this looks absolutely delicious!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Lisa @ RunWiki
I LOVE figs and paired with a tangy raspberry? Perfection! I love how simple this is and that the fruit is the star not sugar or other additives. I'll have to be on the look out for frozen figs, but my local farmers market might have fresh . Scheduled to pin! xo
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I'm pretty sure TJs is the only place to get these frozen figs (if your lucky!). I'm saving the rest of mine for just another special new recipe idea, haha!
Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl
Yay for jams with no added sugar! I seriously need to try making my own. It sounds super duper simple!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
You'd love it!
Harriet Emily
Chia jam is the BEST! I love having it on toast for breakfast. What a delicious flavour combo, Rebecca! I've never tried raspberry and fig before. I'm definitely going to have to try this! Love how it's only 3 ingredients π
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Can't get easier!! It is so perfectly sweet for toast!
Natalie | Feasting on Fruit
Well this is easy as pie...or jam...or jam pie...or whatever! π haha I've been excitedly waiting to see this one! The texture looks perfect, I could PB&J with this all day long! PB&Js are one of my lunchtime faves too, and I recently found this sliced oat bread that's pretty darn tasty so I've been PB&Jing a lot! Love it <3 And I love staring at it the color is magnificent <3
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Make me a pie with this jam π No bananas π
Wait!!! Are you one of those PB + B people...you know. Peanut butter and banana sandwich????
Natalie | Feasting on Fruit
Ewww!!! NO!!! The textures are too similar that would be gross! PB&J is so perfect because of the textural contrast of jelly and PB, bananas would ruin it!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Some people love it though! But...that's so dry and ick! Like stuck to the roof of your mouth kinda thing is what I think about π
PB&J IS perfect π
chrysta @ noshed
i love the addition of the figs! I haven't tried that before. Growing up my mom always made up fruit jam with chia. Mainly because it was cheaper! Ha! We lived near alot of local farms and had access to fresh fruit a lot. But its something that has always stuck with me. I need to try it with some figs though. Deeeeelish!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
The sounds like one perfect sweet childhood π Haha!
Jennifer F
That looks fantastic!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Nutmeg Nanny
Homemade jam is my absolute favorite. I like to make little batches so I can switch it up every few weeks and enjoy new flavors throughout summer. When I'm feeling adventurous I'll actually spend a day canning so I can eat it in the winter too π
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes! Little batches! I didn't even get to finish this one and forgot to freeze the rest π
Christie
I've been wanting to try jam using chia but have yet to do it. I really need to. Your jam sounds fantastic.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I know how you feel π It took me forever to finally try!
Michele @ paleorunningmomma
I've been wanting to try a chia jam and this looks so perfect!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Do it!
Deborah @ Confessions of a Mother Runner
ooh how interesting I've never had anything like that!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
You sure?
Laura
Raspberries and figs. Two of my favourite things. I always make sugar free jam and I find it tastes so much better than the stuff loaded with sugar! This looks delicious - now I just have to wait for the raspberries to come out!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I know! Why would you add sugar to FRUIT! Makes no sense!
Ellen @ My Uncommon Everyday
Whoa this is so easy! I love it. I'm with you on figs vs. dates. I'll eat dates, but I feel like figs are much more flavorful, while dates are mostly sweet.
My favorite nut butter sandwich is either classic creamy peanut butter on whole wheat bread with strawberry jelly (nostalgia) or peanut butter and banana on toasted bread... maybe with slightly caramelized bananas if I'm feeling ambitious π I love all nut butters and love experimenting with different flavor combinations, though!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yea! Figs for life π
Haha, same! Any combo will do, but the classics never die! Always feel-good-food!
Kristen @ A Mind Full Mom
Rebecca, I LOVE homemade jam and your versions looks fab! I can never have enough figs in my life π
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Girl, yes! Figs rock! Thanks Kristen!
Rachel @ Athletic Avocado
Never thought it was possible to make raw jam! Gonna try this!:D
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I am WAY to lazy to put it unnecessarily on the stove top, hahaha!
Tina Muir
YUM! Clever! Putting chia seeds in jam, thats genius! This sounds wonderful!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Not really, haha, but thanks!