Ingredients
Directions
Heat the grapes and water on medium in a small stovetop saucepan until the grapes are soft and have broken down, about 20 minutes. Add the maple syrup, and chia seeds to the saucepan and cook on low for 5 minutes more or until the chia seeds begin to expand. Add the lemon juice and stir until well combined.
Transfer everything to the food processor, and blend until the grapes are fully homogenized. You should still have some chia seeds in tact and the jam should be a deep purple color.
Transfer grape jam to a bowl and let sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or until ready to use.
It will stay good in the refrigerator for 7–10 days.
Chef's Notes
Create a chunkier jam
Instead of using a food processor, after step one, add the cooked grapes to a medium-sized bowl. Stir in the maple, lemon juice, and chia seeds. Mash the mixture together with a potato masher or fork until the grapes are mostly mashed (depending on your personal preference).
If the jam is too thin
If, after setting it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, the jam is too thin, add ½ tablespoon of chia seeds at a time. Mix well into the jam and let sit for 30–60 minutes then check on it. Repeat until you achieve the desired consistency.
Substitutions
In place of grapes try organic blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, or strawberries.
Try other high-water content fruit such as apples, pears, or watermelon. (Note: the chia amount may vary depending on the fruit you use.)
Whole Food Sweeteners
Use date paste or other fruit paste in place of maple syrup.
How to use it
Add it to whole-grain toast along with your favorite nut or seed butter.
Add a spoonful to your hot morning cereal.
Use in smoothie bowls.
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
Ingredients
Directions
Heat the grapes and water on medium in a small stovetop saucepan until the grapes are soft and have broken down, about 20 minutes. Add the maple syrup, and chia seeds to the saucepan and cook on low for 5 minutes more or until the chia seeds begin to expand. Add the lemon juice and stir until well combined.
Transfer everything to the food processor, and blend until the grapes are fully homogenized. You should still have some chia seeds in tact and the jam should be a deep purple color.
Transfer grape jam to a bowl and let sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or until ready to use.
It will stay good in the refrigerator for 7–10 days.
