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    Modified: Oct 5, 2022 · Published: Oct 21, 2020 by Willow Moon · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.

    Cranberry Apple Chia Jam

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    Meet the new and improved cranberry sauce! This healthy Cranberry Apple Chia Jam is sure to become a favorite. 

    Cranberry Apple Chia Jam in a mason jar.

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    This chia jam could easily become a new family tradition for Thanksgiving and replace cranberry sauce. It is sweet, tart, thick, and chunky.

    Serve it along with some Vegan Stuffing, Vegan Mashed Potatoes with Roasted Garlic, and Tofu Mac and Cheese.

    For the star of the show serve a Lentil Loaf.

    For dessert make some Creamy Vegan Pumpkin Cheesecake, Vegan Apple Crisp, or Cranberry Ice Cream.

    Another recipe to try is my Hibiscus Lemonade Chia Fresca recipe.

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    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • How to Use Chia Jam
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    🧾 Ingredients

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    • Cranberries: Fresh or frozen both work.
    • Apples: I used Gala apples, but you could use whatever your favorite variety is.
    • Chia seeds: Gives a gelatinous quality when you add them to liquid.
    • Lemon juice: Adds a bright tart flavor.
    • Maple syrup: Adds a sweet maple flavor.
    • Water: To cook the apples and cranberry in.

    This is an overview of the ingredients. To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

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    🔪 Instructions

    Peel and slice two apples. Add to a pan along with cranberries and water.

    Chopped apples and cranberries in pan, right photo shows them simmering with a potato masher.

    Simmer until the apples are soft and the cranberries have split. Mash with a potato masher.

    Take off the stove and add chia seeds, lemon juice, and maple syrup.

    Chopped apples and cranberries simmering and being mashed at two stages of the cooking.

    How to Use Chia Jam

    • In yogurt
    • On toast
    • In smoothies
    • Eat by the spoonful
    Cranberry Apple Chia Jam in mason jar with spoon.

    👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

    Can you use chia seeds instead of pectin?

    Chia seeds get gelatinous in liquid, so they make a great substitute for pectin in homemade jelly and jam.

    How long does it take for chia seeds to get gelatinous?

    While chia seeds will get gelatinous after about 20 minutes, I like to soak them for 1 hour.

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    • Peanut Butter Caramel Apples
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    • Vegan Apple Crisp on a bowl with vegan ice cream.
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    📋 Recipe

    Cranberry Apple Chia Jam in a mason jar.
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    Cranberry Apple Chia Jam

    Meet the new and improved cranberry sauce! This healthy Cranberry Apple Chia Jam is sure to become a favorite. 
    Course Sauce
    Cuisine American
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time 15 minutes minutes
    Servings 32 tablespoons (2 cups)
    Calories 11kcal
    Author Willow Moon
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    Equipment

    • Potato masher

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup cranberries
    • 2 apples (2 cups diced) - I used Gala
    • ¾ cup water
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
    • 3 tablespoons chia seeds

    Instructions

    • Peel and dice apples.
    • Put diced apples, cranberries, and water in a pan. Simmer for 8-10 minutes. Take off the heat.
    • Using a potato masher, mash apples and cranberries.
    • Add lemon juice, maple syrup, and chia seeds. Place in an air tight container and let sit for at least an hour to thicken.

    Notes

    This chia jam will last about a week in the fridge.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 11kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 10mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg
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    *Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.

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