Hibiscus Cherry Chia Jam (vegan, gluten-free, refined sugar free)
An easy, homemade hibiscus cherry chia jam, packed with antioxidants and rich in nutrients, with zero added sugars. Whole food plant based, refined sugar free, vegan and raw.
Servings: 10 -12 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups halved sweet cherries
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1/4 cup hibiscus tea*
- 1/2 vanilla bean scraped (or 1/2 tsp vanilla extract)
- optional
- maple syrup to taste
- other berries of choice
Instructions
- Begin by steeping hibiscus tea in warm water. Combine 1/2-1 tablespoon with 1 cup water and allow to steep for about 10-15 minutes. Strain, and save hibiscus tea.
- In a blender or food processor, add cherries, hibiscus tea, vanilla bean and maple syrup if using. Pulse, and allow for a few chunks to remain, if you'd like. Otherwise, blend until smooth.
- Pour mixture into a mason jar or other container, add chia seeds and stir. Let sit for about 5 minutes, stir again, and allow to soak for at least an hour for best results.