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    Home » Recipes » American

    Instant Pot Strawberry Chia Jam

    Dec 4, 2022. by Bhavana Patil. 2 Comments | This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    This 4 Ingredient Homemade Strawberry Chia Seed Jam recipe is so easy to make in an Instant pot pressure cooker and is healthy, plus doesn't use Pectin. Yields one 16-Ounces jar of jam.

    strawberry jam served in a mason jar with fresh strawberries on the side

    It's strawberry season, we went for strawberry picking at Watsonville, CA, and got a few pounds of fresh red and juicy strawberries. I froze some berries for later use for making smoothies and used up the remaining to make this easy freezer-friendly homemade strawberry jam.

    This jam is made without any preservatives or pectin. So the addition of lime juice is very important to prevent bacterial growth. Because we're not canning the strawberry jam and just keeping it in the fridge, it is good for around 2-3 weeks – but honestly, it doesn't last more than 2-3 days at our home.

    You can enjoy some jam on toast with a cup of coffee or top it on with greek yogurt, rice pudding, sandwich, or crepes. Also, check this homemade Pineapple Jam recipe made in the Instant Pot.

    You can easily double and triple this strawberry chia jam recipe and share it with your friends, who will all love it. If you make this Strawberry Jam with Chia seeds, Don't forget to give your feedback in the comments section.  Happy jamming!

    Chia seeds Health Benefits

    1 oz (about two tablespoons) of chia seeds (which is only 137 calories) contains:

    • Fiber: 11 grams
    • Protein: 4 gram
    • Fat: 9 grams (5 of which are omega-3s) – Source Healthline.

    More Chia seeds recipes from my blog are chia seeds curd rice, almond butter chia toast.

    strawberry jam spread on the bread with strawberries on the side

    Strawberry Jam Ingredients

    All you need for this recipe are four simple ingredients. 

    • Fresh Fruit: I have used fresh organic strawberries.
    • Chia Seeds: Just 2 tablespoons of whole chia seeds.
    • Choice of Sweetener: I am using granulated sugar in this recipe, but you can also use maple syrup or honey, or any other sweetener. For the Keto version, use erythritol or monk fruit.
    • Lemon Juice: A squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
    Strawberry Chia Jam ingredients

    How to Make Strawberry Chia Jam in Instant Pot

    Firstly, wash, hull, and slice the strawberries into halves.

    Then add the strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice to the Instant Pot and stir well.

    Close the lid and let them sit for at least 30 minutes. This process helps to release juices from strawberries.

    Note: Lemon Juice is naturally rich in pectin, so it helps to set the jam.

    step to rest strawberries with sugar and lemon collage

    Then after 30 minutes, Set the pot to MANUAL/PRESSURE COOK (High Pressure) and set the timer to 1 minute.

    When the instant pot beeps, let the pressure release naturally. Open the lid.

    Use a potato masher or immersion blender to puree the fruit until the desired consistency (I kept mine chunky).

    Next, select the SAUTE mode and mix in the chia seeds.

    step to mash cooked strawberry and add chia collage

    Bring the mixture to boil for about 5 minutes while stirring continuously until the jam reaches the required gel-like consistency. The jam also will continue to thicken as it cools.

    jam in instant pot insert with a spoon

    Once the jam has cooled to room temperature, transfer it to a jar. Yields one 16-Ounces jar of jam. Instant Pot Strawberry Chia Jam recipe is ready to be served.

    jam in a spoon

    Stovetop Pot Method

    • Wash, hull, and slice the strawberries into halves.
    • In a saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Close the lid and let them sit for at least 30 minutes, this process helps to release juices from strawberries.
    • Simmer the mixture on the medium-low flame while frequently stirring until the berries break down and become liquid. This should take about 8-10 minutes.
    • Use a potato masher or immersion blender to puree the fruit until the desired consistency (I kept mine chunky).
    • Mix in the chia seeds and boil for another 1-2 minutes. This strawberry chia jam recipe also will continue to thicken as it cools.
    • Once the jam has cooled to room temperature, transfer it to a jar.

    How to serve Strawberry Chia Jam

    You can smear it on your toasts, pancakes, or crepes. Also, you can swirl it with oatmeal, yogurt, or rice pudding.

    Strawberry Jam Variations

    • You can make this jam with any berries of your choice, like strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, or a mixture of all.
    • You can reduce the sugar if the berries are naturally very sweet. Also, you can add maple syrup or honey instead of sugar.
    • If you dont have chia seeds skip them, chia seeds are added to thicken the jam as well it is very healthy and nutritious.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How long can I store Strawberry Chia Jam?

    Strawberry Chia seed jam will last about two to three weeks in the fridge if stored well in a sealed container. You can also freeze longer in small jars.

    Can I use frozen strawberries for this recipe?

    Yes! You certainly can. Thaw them first and then add 1 minute to the cooking time.

    How to make Keto friendly Strawberry Chia Jam

    Berries & chia seeds are keto-friendly. Replace regular granulated sugar with stevia, erythritol, or monk fruit for sweeteners.
    If you are on a Keto or Low Carb Diet. Check out Keto Indian Food Recipes Collection.

    More Strawberry Recipes

    • Fresh Strawberry Juice
    • Strawberry Orange Juice
    • Fruit Sandwich
    • Strawberry Raita
    • Strawberry Blueberry Smoothie

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    homemade Strawberry Chia Seed Jam in a glass jar with strawberries on the side

    Instant Pot Strawberry Chia Jam

    Bhavana Patil
    This 4 Ingredient homemade Strawberry Chia Seed Jam is so easy to make in Instant pot pressure cooker and is healthy plus doesn’t use Pectin.
    5 from 4 votes
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    Servings: 12
    Calories : 40
    Course: Side Dish, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Method: Instant Pot/Pressure Cooker, Stovetop
    Prep Time : 30 minutes minutes
    Cook Time : 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time : 40 minutes minutes

    Equipment

    • Instant Pot/Pressure Cooker

    Ingredients
      

    Measuring cup used 1 cup = 250 ml

    • 1 pound fresh strawberries (about 4 cups)
    • ½ cup granulated sugar or ½ cup of erythritol (for keto version) or any sweetener
    • 2 tablespoon chia seeds
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

    Instructions
     

    Instant Pot Method:

    • Firstly, wash, hull, and slice the strawberries into halves.
    • Then add the strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice to the Instant Pot and stir well.
      Close the lid and let them sit for at least 30 minutes. This process helps to release juices from strawberries.
      Note: Lemon Juice is naturally rich in pectin, so it helps to set the jam.
    • Then after 30 minutes, Set the pot to MANUAL/PRESSURE COOK (High Pressure) and set the timer to 1 minute.
    • When the instant pot beeps, let the pressure release naturally. Open the lid.
    • Use a potato masher or immersion blender to puree the fruit until the desired consistency (I kept mine chunky).
    • Next, select the SAUTE mode and mix in the chia seeds.
    • Bring the mixture to boil for about 5 minutes while stirring continuously until jam reaches the required gel-like consistency. The jam also will continue to thicken as it cools.
    • Once the jam has cooled to room temperature, transfer it to a jar. Yields one 16-Ounces jar of jam. Instant Pot Strawberry Chia Jam recipe is ready to be served.

    Stovetop Pot Method:

    • Wash, hull, and slice the strawberries into halves.
    • In a saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Close the lid and let them sit for at least 30 minutes, this process helps to release juices from strawberries.
    • Simmer the mixture on the medium-low flame while stirring frequently, until the berries break down and become liquidy. This should take about 8-10 minutes.
    • Use a potato masher or immersion blender to puree the fruit until the desired consistency (I kept mine chunky).
    • Mix in the chia seeds and boil for another 1-2 minutes. This strawberry chia jam recipe also will continue to thicken as it cools.
    • Once the jam has cooled to room temperature, transfer it to a jar.

    Notes

    I have prepared this dish in my electric pressure cooker, Instant Pot DUO60 6 QT.
    • You can make this jam with any berries of your choice like strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, or a mixture of all.
    • You can reduce the sugar if the berries are naturally very sweet. Also, you can add maple syrup or honey instead of sugar.
    • If you dont have chia seeds skip them, chia seeds are added to thicken the jam as well it is very healthy and nutritious.
     
    Note: Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 40kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 3mgPotassium: 49mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 114IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 1mg
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    1. george says

      January 10, 2021 at 5:16 pm

      If changing fruit form say strawberries to blueberries, do you leave the quantity at 4 cups? This looks like an awesome recipe to use on a multitude of different fruits.
      Thanks
      George

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      • bhavana says

        January 10, 2021 at 7:43 pm

        Hey George ,I personally havnt tried making jam with blueberries...I believe 4 cups should definitely work as i have read from few places ...Let me know how it turns out ,if you give try

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