2018 has been all about simplifying.

When I set my 18 goals for 2018, I really wanted to focus on living a simpler, less cluttered life. I had this vision of a light + airy farmhouse, filled only with things that serve a purpose or that we truly adore. Less hurry, more stop-and-smell-the-roses. Long dinners, our plates filled with a little less processed and a little more homemade. A life with less stuff, less obligation and more time + space to enjoy what matters most.

Just a simpler life really.

And honestly, nothing says simple farmhouse more than fresh, homemade jam.

This chia jam is SO quick + easy to whip up, we’ve always got a jar (or two) on the go. Our go-to is strawberry, but I love to switch up the fruit, using blueberries, raspberries or even mixed berries too.

Using frozen fruit is a great way to save money and I love that I don’t have to worry about what’s in season (which is pretty much nothing for most of the year anyway way up here).

And best of all – packed full of chia seeds, fruit and all natural sugars, I can feel good about feeding it to my family.

It keeps for 2 weeks in the fridge and up to 2 months in the freezer and with these cute little labels, it’s easy to keep track of flavours and dates!
 

STRAWBERRY CHIA JAM

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Strawberry Chia Jam

Ingredients

• 4 cups frozen strawberries (or any other berries you'd like)
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• 2 tbsp chia seeds
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp lemon zest

Instructions

1. In a medium pot, stir together the berries, maple syrup and salt. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 5 minutes until the berries have softened.

2. Mash the berries (I like to use a potato masher) until mostly smooth. 

3. Add the chia seeds and stir until combined. Simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently for 10-12 minutes, until the mixture has thickened.

4. Stir in the vanilla, lemon juice and lemon zest. Pour into a jar and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. 

Recipe Notes

Jam will keep in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, or in the freezer for up to 2 months.

Not only is this strawberry chia jam quick to whip up, but it’s a healthy + delicious topping for toast, yogurt and everything in between.

And it looks so darn sweet all packaged up in a pretty little mason jar with a lovely little label (you can find the ones I used here):

I just know you’re going to love this yummy jam as much as we do!

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Wishing you such a lovely day!
 

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