Quick Rhubarb Chia Jam
Quick Rhubarb Chia Jam delivers a bright, tangy bite of stewed rhubarb naturally thickened with chia seeds and lightly sweetened with maple syrup. It’s a small-batch spread with a fresh, jammy texture and subtle vanilla notes—perfect for toast, yogurt, or spooning over pancakes when you want a fast, spring-inspired topping.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Put the rhubarb, water, and maple syrup in a pot. Simmer over medium-low heat, stirring now and then, until the rhubarb softens and the water is absorbed, 10 to 12 minutes.
- 2
Take off the heat and stir in the chia seeds and vanilla extract. Let it cool, then pour into 2 small jars or a plastic container. Keep in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
- Calories 75.43 kcal Low Source
- Protein 1.04 g Low Source
- Carbs 16.57 g Moderate
- Total Fat 0.85 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.12 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.19 mg Low Source
- Sodium 2.75 mg Low Source
- Fiber 2.81 g Moderate
- Sugar 12.45 g High
- Added Sugar 0.31 g Low Source
- Calcium 178.06 mg Moderate
- Iron 0.45 mg Low Source
- Potassium 100.76 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.92 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.04 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.