Simple Strawberry Jam

This recipe is simple to make and only has 4 ingredients! The end product will be a chunky strawberry jam! Add this jam to a peanut butter wrap for snacking. We recommend using this jam only on the first 2 or 3 days of a backpacking trip. Any longer than that is not recommended because the jam needs to stay refrigerated for freshness.

Tasty tips for home: At home this jam is a delicious topping on toast, pancakes, greek yogurt, ice cream, or as a spoonful on it’s own!

Ingredients

• 3 cups strawberries (fresh or thawed if frozen)
• 4 tbsp chia seed
• 4 tbsp honey
• Optional: splash of lemon juice

Directions

1. In a large pot, heat the strawberries over medium heat. Strawberries will begin to soften.
2. Add honey once strawberries are softened and juices start to bubble. 
3. As the honey and strawberries mix together, use a masher to mash up the strawberries. 
4. Let mixture come to a slow boil. Once bubbles start to break the surface, add the chia seeds. Chia seeds will begin to bind all of the ingredients together.
5. Heat the ingredients over the stove for another 15-20 minutes stirring often.
6. Add a splash of lemon juice if you choose (this is not necessary but if used will add some flavor to your jam).
7. Transfer jam to a mason jar, let cool, seal the lid, and refrigerate for up to 1 month.

Enjoy this tasty and simple strawberry jam!

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