This festive season you can add a touch of festive magic to your breakfasts and bakes with this gorgeous Black Forest Fruit and Orange Chia Seed Jam. Bursting with rich berries, zesty orange, and a hint of indulgence, this homemade jam is the perfect seasonal spread. Quick to make, naturally sweetened, and full of fruity flavour. It’s a beautiful way to capture the taste of Christmas in a jar. Below is a video and recipe for you.
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Equipment
- Large saucepan
- Zester
- Sharp knife
- Chopping board
- Tablespoon
- Stirring spoon
Ingredients
- Black forest fruit x 450g
- Lemon x 1 (juice and zest)
- Ground sweet cinnamon x 1 – 2 tsp
- Chia Seeds x 2 tbsp
- Maple syrup x 2 tbsp
Method
- Zest the lemon into the large saucepan.
- Slice the lemon in half and squeeze the juice into the saucepan.
- Add in the black forest fruits.
- Put the pan onto a medium heat on the hob.
- Stir the ingredients occasionally until the fruit heats through and starts to break down in the pan.
- When the fruit has softened and breaking up add in the chia seeds, ground sweet cinnamon and maple syrup.
- Stir these ingredients in.
- Remove the pan from the heat and leave to cool.
- When it has cool transfer the jam from the pan to the glass jar/jars for up to 1 week or freeze for 3 months.
- Then serve and enjoy.
Black Forest Fruit and Sweet Cinnamon Chia Seed Jam makes a thoughtful homemade gift or a delicious festive addition to your table. Spoon it over porridge, swirl it into yoghurt, or spread it generously on warm toast. However you enjoy it, this jam is sure to bring a little joy to your Christmas celebrations.
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