Description
Simple, no-cook chia jelly recipe made with real fruit and chia seeds. This easy spread is naturally thick, supports fullness, and swaps sugary jam for a fiber-rich, weight-loss-friendly option.
Ingredients
1 cup 100% fruit juice or fruit purée (strawberry, blueberry, apple, mango)
2 tbsp chia seeds (whole, not ground)
1/2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
1 tsp fresh lemon or lime juice (optional, for brightness)
Instructions
1. Pour 1 cup of fruit juice or fruit purée into a medium bowl or mason jar.
2. Add 2 tablespoons of whole chia seeds and stir very well to combine.
3. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, then stir again to break up any clumps.
4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for a thicker texture.
5. Stir once more before serving. Adjust thickness with a splash of liquid if needed.
6. Store the chia jelly in an airtight jar in the fridge for 5–7 days.
Notes
You can use fresh or frozen fruit (thawed and blended) instead of juice.
For a sweeter jelly, add a little extra honey or maple syrup to taste.
If the jelly is too thick, stir in 1–2 teaspoons of water or juice at a time.
Delicious on toast, stirred into yogurt, oatmeal, smoothie bowls, or as a pancake topping.
Freeze in small portions for up to 3 months and thaw overnight in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment, Weight Loss
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American, Wellness
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 58
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg