BLUEBERRY JAM
As you know, at 4Q we are all about subbing fresh fruit for sugar-filled jam, but if you’re missing the feeling of spreading some jam on your toast, this is the recipe for you! This blueberry jam has a delicious jammy flavor and texture without any of the sugar that you get in the store-bought varieties.
And while recipe works great with frozen blueberries, you can also use fresh berries — just make sure they’re soft and sweet so you end up with a sweet and juicy end product!
INGREDIENTS: (16-20 servings)
2 cups blueberries (frozen or fresh)
1 tbsp chia seeds
lemon juice, to taste
DIRECTIONS:
Warm blueberries in a small pot over medium heat for 5 minutes, or until berries are soft. Stir every so soften.
Once berries are soft, turn heat to low, and using a slotted wooden spoon, crush berries so they burst. Your pot should now have more liquid in it.
Allow liquid to simmer until it reduces and thickens. If you need to, turn the heat up, but stir frequently so the bottom doesn’t burn.
Add in chia seeds and mix. Allow mixture to sit for a few minutes and thicken.
Turn off heat and allow to cool. (If you want an even smoother consistency, blend in a blender.)
If desired, squeeze in a little fresh lemon juice to add a little brightness, but feel free to omit this step.
Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to seven days.
4Q Journaling Guide: This counts towards your fruit and fat consumption, but because it will likely be used in such a minimal amount at a time (1-2 tbsp), it won’t count as a full fruit or fat.