Peggy K Blueberry Chia Jam Recipe Great Nutrient Rich Spread
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- 1¼ cup fresh wild blueberries (or other berries/fruits such as strawberries, peaches, fresh apricots, etc)
- 1 heaping Tablespoon chia seeds (can be ground or whole seed)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
- 1 teaspoon stevia powder (optional)
- Puree ¾ cup of berries in Vitamix or Blendtec with vanilla (and optional stevia).
- Pour into bowl and stir in remaining whole berries and chia until well combined.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight. While you’re sleeping the chia will begin to gelatinize, turning your fresh berries into even MORE of an antioxidant-rich goodness!
Making the Peggy K Blueberry Chia Jam recipe is a wonderful way to get your kids involved in the cooking process! You can have them add the fruit, vanilla and sweetener into the Vitamix or Blendtec pitcher, and flip the blend switch while you hold the blender steady. Let them help scoop the mixture out into the storage bowl and pour in the chia seeds, then mix. Have them place the Peggy K Blueberry Chia Jam into the refrigerator at night and remove in the morning. Let them see how the chia seeds “grew” overnight. Then, encourage them to eat what they made. The Peggy K Blueberry Chia Jam recipe is also fun because you can literally use any fruit you like — peaches, raspberries, strawberries, fresh apricots, etc.
- Recipe by: Peggy K
- Recipe Type: Jam, Spread
- Servings: Varies
Special Equipment:
Blendtec blender, Vitamix Blender, Storage container, Measuring spoons, Measuring cup, Mixing spoon
Blueberries are perennial flowering plants with indigo-colored berries from the section Cyanococcus within the genus Vaccinium. Blueberries contain ample amounts of Vitamin K, Vitamin C, manganese, and copper as well as high levels of antioxidants and phytonutrients. Blueberries are helpful for blood sugar regulation and weight management. They’ve been shown beneficial in fighting cancer and cardiovascular disease, and to have a positive effect on memory and cognition.
Salvia hispanica, commonly known as chia, is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, Lamiaceae, native to central and southern Mexico and Guatemala. Chia seeds are excellent sources of fiber, protein, antioxidants, and Omega-3 fatty acids. Chia seeds are high in calcium, manganese, magnesium, and phosphorus. They help with gut motility and digestive health and have use in treating diabetes and stabilizing blood sugar.
Vanilla is a flavor derived from orchids of the genus Vanilla. It contains compounds unique to vanilla – vanillic acid and vanillin which have strong anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Traditional cultures have long used it to stimulate the brain and senses.
Stevia is a sweetener and sugar substitute extracted from the leaves of the plant species Stevia rebaudiana. Stevia has zero calories, zero carbohydrates, and zero glycemic index – making it a safe sweetener for diabetics. Stevia is also up to 200 times more sweet than sugar, meaning a very small amount is used in recipes.
Peggy K Blueberry Chia Jam Recipe
Talk about yum! The Peggy K Blueberry Chia Jam is the most amazing recipe, and easy to make in your Vitamix or Blendtec. You will never want to eat the sugar-loaded store-bought varieties again. And, you can switch out the fruit to whatever you prefer. The Peggy K Blueberry Chia Jam recipe can be perfected without ever having to learn how to can or use gelatin. Plus, you’ll get a load of protein and Omega-3’s in the process. You can serve the Peggy K Blueberry Chia Jam up to anyone –diabetics, those with celiac’s disease and children. It’s an especially great option for kids to help keep them full during the day while omitting the refined sugars in their diets. On top of all that, it is cheap to make![/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]
Why make the Peggy K Blueberry Chia Jam?
The Peggy K Blueberry Chia Jam doesn’t require any canning, cooking or gelatin, and only takes five minutes to whip together. It’s really a no-brainer when it comes to making jam. Without all the added sugars and preservatives that come in packaged brands and loads of sugar in homemade varieties, the Peggy K Blueberry Chia Jam is packed with protein, Omega-3’s and fiber, as well as numerous vitamins and essential minerals. It’s also low on the glycemic index, making it an idea treat for kids and adults, as well as those with diabetes. As an added bonus, the Peggy K Blueberry Chia Jam will keep for up to five days in the fridge (if it’s not eaten first!).
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