{"id":6625,"date":"2014-09-19T08:45:22","date_gmt":"2014-09-19T12:45:22","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.eyecandypopper.com\/?p=6625"},"modified":"2018-08-02T11:55:21","modified_gmt":"2018-08-02T15:55:21","slug":"weekend-project-easy-summer-jam-with-stone-fruits-berries-and-chia-seeds-vegan-pectin-free-no-cane-sugar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/flexitariannutrition.com\/weekend-project-easy-summer-jam-with-stone-fruits-berries-and-chia-seeds-vegan-pectin-free-no-cane-sugar\/","title":{"rendered":"Weekend Project: Easy Summer Jam with Stone Fruits, Berries and Chia Seeds | Vegan, Pectin-Free, Refined Sugar-Free"},"content":{"rendered":"

I often hear people mentioning they’ve always wanted to make their own jam but are scared of it. My answer to this is: Don’t be! In fact, I highly recommend starting canning by making a jam, and this chia jam is as simple as can be. Although the canning process can be lengthy (you want to set aside a few hours), it’s so simple to make, you’ll be wondering why you took so long to make it! It’s pretty much the same as my strawberry-rhubarb jam<\/a>, but this one combines different fruits and berries. A real treat!<\/p>\n

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There is something incredibly empowering when you make your own food. A connection with nature, an appreciation for food and the hard work put into it. A true connection with humanity. Give it a try!<\/p>\n

Because we use chia seeds, there is no need for added pectin or gelatin to ‘hold’ the jam (but make sure to add lemon juice for added acidity in order to can it). It’s a great alternative for vegans too since most gelatin available on the market is derived from cow\/beef products, which also makes it safer in my point of view, rather than risking eating gross commercially-grown meat products (i.e., not grass-fed\/organic). I remember several years ago when someone got sick from mad cow disease-related illness because they ate gummy bears. At the time, most people had no idea that candies and all kinds of products (even some yogurt) use beef-derived gelatin.<\/p>\n

Chia seeds on the other hand are a whole-food ingredient that contain a great amount of plant-based proteins and essential fats that we need to function properly. What a great way to start your winter breakfast when you enjoy this delicious homemade jam on your toasts! \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n

Hopefully you can still get your hands on some local organic fruits and berries to make this jam! It doesn’t require a lot, this is for a small batch, which makes it perfect to try canning your own jam! \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n

Enjoy!<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\t\t\tCourse:<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tBreakfast\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\tCuisine:<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tEuropean\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tPrep Time:<\/span> 10<\/span> minutes<\/span>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tCook Time:<\/span> 25<\/span> minutes<\/span>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tTotal Time:<\/span> 35<\/span> minutes<\/span>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\tServings:<\/span> 6<\/span> jars<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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A simple recipe to make your own jam with your local fruits! Made with stone fruits, organic berries and chia seeds. No refined sugar, no pectin.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t

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