The Vegan Sugar-Free Blueberry Jam is delicious and contains 28 kcal per serving. Takes 80 minutes to prepare this condiment. It contains blueberries, monk fruit sweetener, lemon juice, chia seeds, water, vanilla extract, and sea salt. This jam does not contain gluten, and all the components are vegan as well. We may pair it with vegan pancakes, toast, bagels, overnight oats, warm oatmeal, mini pancakes, whole wheat toast, soy yogurt, vanilla cake, or chia pudding. You may keep this Vegan Sugar-Free Blueberry Jam in the refrigerator for 10 days.
STATS:
- Total Time: 80 minutes
- Course: Condiment
- Diet: Vegan
- Cooking duration: 15 minutes
- Servings: 16
- Calories: 28 kcal
- Preparation Time: 5 minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
EQUIPMENT:
- Medium saucepan
- Measuring spoons
- Glass jar with lid
- Wooden spoon
- Potato masher
- Measuring cups
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Four cups blueberries
- 2 tbsp granulated monk fruit sweetener
- Half tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 tsp chia seeds
- ⅛ tsp fine sea salt
- Two tbsp water
INGREDIENT NOTES:
BLUEBERRIES:
- This is the component that includes a soft texture and natural sweet flavor. It includes a fresh fruity taste & makes the jam delicious. You may use any other berries as per your preference.
GRANULATED MONK FRUIT SWEETENER:
- It is a natural sweetener that gives sweetness without refined sugar. You may use allulose as an alternative.
LEMON JUICE:
- This juice gives brightness and freshness to the jam. It maintains the sweetness of blueberries and improves their natural taste. Lemon juice keeps the vibrant purple color in the recipe. Include lime juice if you are not using lemon juice.
CHIA SEEDS:
- Chia seeds naturally absorb the liquid and make thick jam. They provide fiber and make a light texture of the jam. You may use commercial fruit pectin as a substitute.
WATER:
- It keeps the blueberries from sticking to the bottom. You may use unsweetened blueberry juice as another option.
PURE VANILLA EXTRACT:
- Vanilla extract gives gentle warmth to make the blueberries taste better. It makes the jam sweeter and gives a rich homemade taste. You may use almond extract as per your choice.
FINE SEA SALT:
- It improves the sweet taste of the jam and maintains the ingredients without making the jam salty. Kosher salt is a good alternative as well.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, wash the blueberries properly, then add them to the saucepan with monk fruit sweetener, lemon juice, and water.
- Warm the mixture on a moderate flame and stir frequently.
- Mash half of the blueberries; leave some whole to get some texture.
- Cook for 12 minutes, then stir in salt, chia seeds, and vanilla extract.
- Then cook for 3 minutes and remove from the flame.
- Cool the jam for 30 minutes, then pour it into the glass jar.
- Lastly, refrigerate the jam for one hour, then serve.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
BREAKFAST:
- Toast
- Whole Wheat Toast
- English Muffins
- Bagels
- Vegan Biscuits
PANCAKES AND WAFFLES:
- Vegan Pancakes
- Belgian Waffles
- Mini Pancakes
- Protein Pancakes
- Sheet Pan Pancakes
BREAKFAST:
- Overnight Oats
- Warm Oatmeal
- Steel-Cut Oats
- Quinoa Breakfast Bowl
- Chia Pudding
YOGURT:
- Coconut Yogurt
- Almond Yogurt
- Soy Yogurt
- Cashew Yogurt
DESSERTS:
- Vegan Cheesecake
- Vanilla Cake
- Thumbprint Cookies
- Cupcakes
- Ice Cream
BAKING:
- Muffin Filling
- Danish Pastries
- Cake Layers
- Puff Pastries
- Hand Pies
SNACKS:
- Rice Cakes
- Graham Crackers
- Peanut Butter Sandwiches
- Homemade Energy Bars
- Crackers
TIPS:
- Ripe blueberries give the sweetest taste in the jam.
- Taste the jam, then cool; you may adjust monk fruit sweetener.
- Mash more berries to get a smoother jam.
- Cool the jam completely, then serve to get better results.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Keep the jam in the jar for ten days.
FREEZER:
- Freeze the blueberry jam in the container for 90 days.
FAQs:
Does the monk fruit sweetener contain sugar?
- No, it is naturally sweet and has no refined sugar.
Can I exclude chia seeds from this recipe?
- Yes, you may cook the jam for longer to achieve the thick consistency.
How to make this jam smoother?
- You may blend the cooked jam, then include chia seeds.
Are other berries a good choice for this recipe?
- Yes, you may use strawberries, cherries, or raspberries as per your choice.
What makes the jam too thin?
- It gets thick after chilling, or use one tsp extra chia seeds.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Net Carbs: 3 grams
Total Carbs: 6 g
Fiber: 3 grams
Protein: 0.4 g
Iron: 0.3 grams
Calcium: 18 mg
Sodium: 2 milligrams
Calories: 28 kcal
Potassium: 52 milligrams
Vitamin A: 35 IU
