Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients: fresh strawberries, chia seeds, honey, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- In a blender, combine the chopped strawberries, honey or maple syrup, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth.
- Transfer the blended strawberry mixture to a saucepan and stir in the chia seeds. Simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally for about 10 minutes.
- Once thickened, remove from heat, let cool slightly, then pour into clean jars. Seal tightly and refrigerate.
Notes
- Store in airtight containers in the refrigerator for optimal freshness.
- Can freeze portions for later use; just thaw before serving.
- For more flavor, consider adding a pinch of salt or balsamic vinegar while simmering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Spread
- Method: Blending and Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 40 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg