This Easy Keto and Low-Carb Berry Jam Recipe is Delicious
Hey, fruit—I wanna jam it with you!
Yep, I couldn’t help but throw in a Bob Marley phrase… I mean, my name is Marley after all (and of course, I’m a Bob fan). Reggae music just makes you feel good! Do you know what else does? This AMAZING keto berry jam!! 💃🏽
It’s thickened with chia seeds and sweetened with your favorite keto sweetener, whatever that may be. I prefer allulose, but I also make this jam with stevia and erythritol. I love how simple it is to customize this recipe, and at only 1 net carb per serving, everyone can have their jam… and eat it, too!
Very Berry Keto Jam
yield: 8 SERVINGS
prep time: 5 MINUTES
cook time: 5 MINUTES
total time: 10 MINUTES
This easy and delicious keto and low-carb jam really hits the sweet spot!
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh berries of your choice (I used 1/4 cup each, strawberries, blackberries, raspberries, & blueberries)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- preferred sweetener, optional (equivalent to 1-2 tablespoons sugar or to taste)
Directions
1
Place berries and sweetener in a small pot over medium-high heat. (If using strawberries, I suggest chopping them first.) Stirring occasionally, cook for about 5 minutes or until fruit starts to break down. Remove from heat and mash using a potato masher, wooden spoon, or immersion blender until you reach your desired consistency.
2
Add the chia seeds and stir to combine. Set aside to cool for 10 minutes. The chia seeds will thicken the jam as it cools.
3
Taste the jam and add additional sweetener if needed. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about a week, or freeze for up to three months. (I use mini ice cube trays to freeze single servings.)
Additional Notes
Nutritional information does not include values for sweetener. If using stevia, the nutritional data will remain the same. For all other sweeteners, values will need to be calculated accordingly.
Nutrition Information
Yield: 8 servings, Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
Amount Per Serving:
19 Calories | 0g Fat | 3g Total Carbs | 2g Fiber | 1g Protein | 1g Net Carbs
What to pair with this easy low-carb berry jam recipe…
Now that you have this glorious jam, you may be wondering what to do with it (other than eat it by the spoonful). Below are some of my favorite items to eat with keto berry jam.
10 Very Berry Keto Jam Pair-Ups:
- Add it to your Keto Toast.
- Use it in your next PB&J sandwich on Keto Bread.
- Substitute it for syrup on your low-carb pancakes.
- Top your Keto Cheesecake with it.
- Mix it into your keto yogurt and add whipped cream.
- Spread it onto these yummy Keto Waffles.
- Drizzle it over this decadent Chocolate Keto Mug Cake.
- Use it as a mix-in for your next keto smoothie or shake.
- Spread it on these Keto Bagels.
- Top this Keto Vanilla Bean Ice Cream with it, for a burst of berry flavor and a pretty pop of color.
Bring a little sunshine to your day…
With this bright and refreshing jam—Simply put, it’s good mood food. 😄
“Don’t worry about a thing, ’cause every little thing gonna be all right.” -Bob Marley, reggae singer/songwriter
For another bright and sunny recipe, try my Kale Superfood Salad!
Can this jam be canned?
Hi Judy! Yes! I believe you could do that!
This jam is Amazing and Sooo easy to make!!! Thanks for the recipe❣
You are so welcome! Glad it was yummy and easy, Donna!
Can you use frozen, thawed fruit?
Yes yo uh could sn freeze thawed fruit
Thank you so much for this easy recipe, will make some tonight, I have loads of frozen berries, will make a few different kinds.
Thanks for all your good recipes.
Linda
Just made this with some black currents that I had in the freezer, came out fantastic. I know the currents will alter the carb rate but I had to use them:)
Sounds yummy! Thanks for letting us know how it turned out with the currents!
So easy to make and delicious, like summer in a jar! Plus, you can add it to low carb yogurt like Two Good yogurt as a sweet mixer! 😋
Yummy idea! Thanks for the tip!
What is the shelf life of the jam?
Hi Mike! This will be good in an airtight container, in the refrigerator for a week and in the freezer for up to 3 months. Enjoy!
Hi – love the recipe. Question – if you freeze it – how do you thaw it for use? – heat in a pot or microwave again from frozen? Does it taste just as good after freezing and reheating? Thanks.
Hey there! I did look into this. It looks like you can just transfer it to the refrigerator to thaw overnight. For a faster thaw, you can submerge it in warm water for about 30 minutes. Once it is defrosted it isn’t recommended to be frozen again. It can be frozen for up to 1 year, however freezing too long can cause it to lose flavor. Hope this is helpful! 🤗
What can be substituted for chia seeds for thickener?
Hi Betty! As another keto thickener option you can also try psyllium fiber, ground flax seeds, or gelatin. Let us know how it turns out for you! ❤️🤗
I make this raw, no cooking the berries, just blitz them smooth, or leave a bit chunky. More nutrients when raw as all the vitamins are still there rather than being cooked out. Delicious!
Sounds delicious, Margo! Thanks for sharing how you make your keto-friendly jam! 🤗