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quart sized Mason jar filled to the brim with Instant Pot jam, with text overlay: "Instant Pot Mixed Berry Chia Seed Jam (sugar-free option!)"

One day recently, my husband asked for jam.

Since we had just moved and it was winter, I didn’t have any frozen or stashed away jam to bring out on the spot.

That meant I had to make some. And while I really wanted to make it, I was also feeling really tired and didn’t feelĀ like I could handle doing my usual jam, thickened with Pomona’s Pectin. Because of all the steps required, it seemed overwhelming.

Don’t get me wrong; it’s actually easy enough… it just wasn’t easy enough for this particular afternoon. šŸ˜‰

I had to figure out how to make the easiest jam ever. So I figured I’d use chia seeds to thicken it, and I’d use the Instant Pot to cook it. (Click here if you want to know what size instant pot I recommend and why.)

Well, not only was it soooo easy… it turned out amazing!

This Instant Pot jam is a keeper. We’ve made it several times since because it’s oh-so-good and oh-so-easy!

Oh, and the best part? You can sweeten with stevia only for no added sugar!

Enjoy!

How To Make The Easiest Instant Pot Jam Ever

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Instant Pot Mixed Berry Chia Seed Jam (sugar-free option!)

The day my husband asked me to make homemade jam, I was very tired... So I had to figure out how to make the easiest jam ever! In moments like these, I pull out my Instant Pot: the king of easy healthy cooking! The result? A mixed berry jam -- featuring a strawberry, blueberry, raspberry, and blackberry frozen fruit blend -- that calls for only 5 ingredients, including chia seeds to thicken it without pectin. For a sugar-free option, feel free to sweeten to taste with stevia.

Course Condiment
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 5 cups
Author Wardee Harmon

Ingredients

  • 8 cups berries mixed, frozen
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup or coconut syrup, or other dry or liquid natural sweetener (or stevia, to taste)
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice about 1 lemon
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2/3 cup chia seeds

Instructions

  1. Put berries, sweetener (unless using stevia), lemon juice, and vanilla extract in the insert pot of pressure cooker.

  2. Cover the pot, checking the seal and components to make sure all is well.

  3. If using an electric cooker, set to high pressure for 6 minutes. If using a stove-top cooker, bring to high pressure and maintain for 6 minutes.

  4. When cycle is complete, turn off (if electric cooker) or remove from heat (if stovetop cooker).

  5. Let sit for about 10 minutes, until pressure has completely released naturally.

  6. If berries are not fully cooked, press the "Saute" function if using an electric cooker such as the Instant Pot. If using a stovetop cooker, place on burner over medium heat.

  7. Mash any large chunks of fruit.

  8. If using stevia, add a dropperful at a time. Stir and taste, adding more as needed.
  9. While stirring, pour in chia seeds.
  10. If pressure cooker isn't already on "Saute" function (if electric) or over medium heat (if stovetop), do so now. Let saute a few minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow chia seeds to thicken the jam.

  11. Turn off pressure cooker (if electric) or remove from heat (if stovetop).

  12. Transfer jam to quart size jar(s). Refrigerate, or this jam freezes well.

Looking for more healthy condiments?

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  • Lacto-Fermented Hummus
  • Lacto-Fermented Honey Dill Mustard

Looking for more ways to use up frozen or fresh mixed berries? Try these!

  • Gluten Free Mixed Berry Cobbler
  • Mixed Berry Bread Pudding
  • Mixed Berry Kefir Popsicles
  • Mixed Berry Switchel
  • Mixed Berry Hormone Balancing Smoothie

Have you ever made chia seed jam before? Do you like to use fresh or frozen fruit in your berry jam?

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Posted in: Condiments, Dips, & Spreads Condiments, Dips, & Spreads (Gluten-Free) Food Preparation Pressure Cooking Recipes

About Wardee Harmon

Wardee lives in the Boise area of Idaho with her dear family. She's the lead teacher and founder of the Eat God's Way online cooking program as well as the author of Fermenting, Sourdough A to Z, and other traditional cooking books. Eat God's Way helps families get healthier and happier using cooking methods and ingredients from Bible Times like sourdough, culturing, and ancient grains.

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  1. Patti says

    February 17, 2019 at 1:58 pm

    I’m interested in using chia seeds as a thickener for jam. I don’t have an instant pot or pressure cooker, and I don’t plan on getting one. Any thoughts on using chis seeds with the old fashioned way of making jam?

    Reply
    • Peggy says

      February 18, 2019 at 11:08 am

      Hi, Pattie,
      You can šŸ™‚ For this recipe, cook your ingredients over the stovetop until berries can be mashed. Remove from heat and stir in chia seeds. Let us know how it turns out!
      ~Peggy, TCS Customer Success Team

      Reply
  2. Elena says

    February 19, 2019 at 2:00 pm

    I’m planning on making this and freezing, in maybe 1 cup portions. Do you know how long this will keep keep in the refrigerator after thawing

    Reply
    • Vicki Henry says

      February 19, 2019 at 2:41 pm

      Hi Elena,

      The jam should be keep for several weeks. Wardee says she’s keep hers for up to 4 weeks.

      ~ Vicki, TCS Customer Success Team

      Reply
  3. Amanda Goheen says

    February 26, 2019 at 11:37 pm

    Can you use this same recipe using fresh fruit instead of frozen?

    Reply
    • Sonya Hemmings says

      February 27, 2019 at 7:15 am

      I don’t see why that wouldn’t work, Amanda. If you give it a try, please let us know how it goes!

      Sonya, TCS Customer Success Team

      Reply
  4. Dee Braden says

    April 14, 2019 at 11:01 am

    I’m going to try this right away! Do you use the fruit while it is frozen or should I thaw it?

    Reply
    • Sonya Hemmings says

      April 15, 2019 at 10:30 am

      You can use the fruit frozen — no need to thaw! šŸ™‚

      Sonya, TCS Customer Success Team

      Reply
  5. Janice Vidro says

    August 25, 2019 at 7:22 pm

    Can you water bath the jars for longer shelf life?

    Reply
    • Vicki Henry says

      August 26, 2019 at 3:23 pm

      Hi Janice,

      Currently we have been unable to find any tested recipes using chia seeds. We’re going to error on the side of caution and advise against canning.

      You can freeze this recipe.

      ~ Vicki, TCS Customer Success Team

      Reply
  6. Angelina Schapiro says

    September 28, 2019 at 5:29 pm

    Have you ever tried ground chia? Like a flour ?

    Reply
    • Peggy says

      September 30, 2019 at 10:16 am

      Hi, Angelina,
      One of our team members has used ground chia in her recipes before but not with this particular one. You can try it and see how it goes. šŸ™‚
      Let us know how it turns out!
      ~Peggy, TCS Customer Success Team

      Reply
  7. Charlsey says

    December 2, 2019 at 11:33 pm

    Can you omit the chia seeds and use something else?

    Reply
    • Peggy says

      December 4, 2019 at 12:04 pm

      I would try using gelatin. Here is a recipe for using gelatin:
      https://oureverydaylife.com/thicken-raspberry-jam-gelatin-41031.html
      You could put the two together and see how it turns out. šŸ™‚
      ~TCS Peggy, TCS Customer Success Team

      Reply
  8. Teani says

    April 16, 2020 at 11:24 am

    Does it take a bit for it to fully thicken as it cools?

    Reply
    • Danielle says

      April 16, 2020 at 4:33 pm

      Hi, Teani.

      Yes, mine thickened a bit more when it cooled. šŸ™‚

      ~Danielle, TCS Customer Success Team

      Reply
  9. Abigail says

    April 28, 2020 at 5:20 pm

    Because Chia seeds become gelatinous when soaked, how do you use them in the traditional way? I see lots of recipes using Chia for chia seeds for puddings and Hans, but often they’re not cooked. I tried to search but came up empty. Any help would be Appreciated! Thanks!

    Reply
    • Peggy says

      April 29, 2020 at 1:01 pm

      This one you have to use as-is and only sparingly if you prefer all your seeds/grains soaked. šŸ™‚
      ~Peggy, TCS Customer Success Team

      Reply
  10. Jess says

    February 25, 2023 at 1:39 pm

    I’ve made this quite a few times using various frozen berry blends and it’s fantastic. For a stubborn toddler that loves her PB&J, it’s a great way to sneak in more nutrients and a lot less sugar. We use a sandwich sealer and make homemade uncrustables with it.

    Reply
  11. Michelle says

    June 29, 2023 at 9:08 am

    can you make this with no sweetener – no sugar, no monkfruit, no erythritol, no stevia – no sweetener at all? Just the fruit.

    Reply
    • Danielle says

      June 30, 2023 at 7:18 am

      We’ve not made it without any sweetener but you can try it. ?

      ~Danielle, TCS Customer Success Team

      Reply
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