Blackberry Basil Chia Jam
Author: Emma
Serves: 1 large jar
- 16oz/450g blackberries (fresh or frozen)
- 3-4tbsp maple syrup (or use honey)
- juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup basil leaves
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- In a blender, blend 3 tbsp maple syrup, lemon juice and basil until smooth
- Add the mixture to a saucepan, and then add the blackberries
- Bring to a slow boil, and simmer for about 5 minutes, mashing the blackberries with the back of your spoon as you go
- Stir in your chia seeds, and reduce heat to low. Cook for 15 more minutes, stirring occasionally
- Check the taste, add more maple syrup if desired.
- Let to stand for 10-15 minutes to thicken, store in a clean airtight container in the fridge. Jam should keep for at least a week.
Recipe by Emma's Little Kitchen at https://www.emmaslittlekitchen.com/blackberry-basil-chia-jam/
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