This Blueberry Jam Recipe can be made sugar and gelatin free with a few simple ingredients.
Natural sugars in frozen blueberries make this jam not overly sweet but delightful.
If you are not into blueberries, replace the blueberries with strawberries, pineapple or raspberries.
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Word of Caution
This recipe is Paleo, but it is not Whole30 compatible. Even though it is made with compatible ingredients for Whole30, this recipe would be considered to be off limits.
Learn more about the Whole30 Program and what you need to know.
If you are in the "food freedom" stage or eating regularly, this recipe is perfect for curbing your appetite or cravings.
Always make sure that the food you prepare is part of a balanced meal template.
Make this recipe at any time of the year since frozen blueberries are always available at your local market.
This no added sugar blueberry jam recipe goes perfectly with my Prosciutto Egg Cups or my Breakfast Egg Casserole.
Ingredients
Simple ingredients are used to make this blueberry jam without added sugar.
- Frozen Blueberries
- Unsweetened Apple Juice
- Lemon juice
- Chia Seed
- Vanilla Extract (optional)
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
Start by measuring 2 cups of frozen blueberries. Place them in a small saucepan with 200 ml of unsweetened apple juice.
Bring to a boil, stirring often. Using the back of your wooden spatula squish the majority of the blueberries. Leave some whole if you like.
Once the mixture has reduced to half of it original volume and has a syrupy consistency, take it off the burner and pour it into a mason jar.
Add 2 tablespoons of chia seed and stir. Let cool down to room temperature and then place in refrigerator to set.
Top tip
Blueberries stain very easily. Take care not to get any on your clothes. Use an apron to cover yourself or wear clothes that you aren't going to mind getting stained.
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Substitutions and Variations
Here are some great substitution and variations to make this recipe unique.
- Blueberry - instead of using blueberry, use strawberry, pineapple or another fruit.
- Spice - add a dash of cayenne or cinnamon to spice things up.
- Chia Seeds - if you are not fond of chia seeds, substitute for 1 teaspoon of potato starch or any other starch by making a slurry and pouring it into the mixture in the saucepan when it's simmering.
- Sweeteners - add honey to give it a kiss of sweetness
- Collagen -add some collagen for some extra protein.
- Nut Butters - make it a nut butter and jam sweet potato sandwich
If you can think of any other way to personalize this recipe - go for it!
Reflection: Cooking is like science, you need to experiment with different combinations to come up with the perfect result (for you). But, don't worry if it's not perfect. Pat yourself on the back for trying, you deserve it! Just try and figure out what you did wrong and do it different next time.
Equipment
Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. Using non stick cookware will ensure that the blueberry mixture doesn't stick to the bottom of your pan.
Have multiple size jars and freezer safe containers for storage in case you need to freeze some jam for later.
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Storage
Store this blueberry jam for not more than 4 to 5 days in the refrigerator. You can also freeze this jam in a freezer safe container. When you are ready to use it, remove it from the freezer and naturally defrost it in the refrigerator for 24 hours.
Note that the storage guidelines provided on this page and site are estimates from personal experiences. We are all adults and as an adult you are responsible to ensure that the food you eat is safe to eat. Since, I'm not a food safety expert, you are responsible to review your local guidelines on food storage prior to storing any food left-overs.
For Canadian Guidelines check Government of Canada's Food and Safety Guidelines for further information and resources.
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Recipe Details
Blueberry Jam Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen blueberries
- 200 milliliters unsweetened apple juice
- ½ lemon juiced
- 2 tablespoons Chia Seeds
- ¼ tablespoons Vanilla Extract optional
- 1 tablespoon honey omit for Whole30
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine blueberries and apple juice.
- Bring to a boil and simmer.
- Using the back of your wooden spoon squish the blueberries.
- Remove mixture from stovetop once reduced to half of the original volume and mixture resembles a syrup.
- Pour into a mason jar and add chia seeds and stir.
- Add honey if not on Whole30.
- Allow to cool to room temperature before placing in the refrigerator.
- Store excess jam in a freezer safe container in the freezer.
Steph says
This recipe is so easy to make! Tastes even better and fresher than store bought jam. My kids love it on their peanut butter sandwiches!
AmyG says
I'm glad to hear this, cheers!