Sugar-Free Homemade Plum Jam
Discover the perfect blend of natural sweetness and wholesome nutrition with this Sugar-Free Homemade Plum Jam recipe—your new go-to for guilt-free spreads and preserves! Made with ripe, juicy plums, a splash of unsweetened apple juice, and a hint of zesty lemon, this jam is naturally thickened with superfood chia seeds, eliminating the need for refined sugars or artificial additives. With just 15 minutes of preparation and an easy stovetop cooking process, this recipe strikes the ideal balance between simplicity and rich, fruity flavor. Whether you're spreading it over warm toast, swirling it into yogurt, or using it as a topping for desserts, this plum jam is a healthy, delicious way to enjoy seasonal fruit all year long. Store it in your refrigerator or freezer for a convenient, sugar-free indulgence whenever you crave it!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1000 grams ripe plums
- 120 milliliters unsweetened apple juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds
Instructions
Wash the plums thoroughly and pat them dry. Cut the plums in half, remove the pits, and chop the fruit into small pieces.
In a large saucepan, combine the chopped plums and the unsweetened apple juice. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it starts to simmer.
Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and let the mixture cook for about 15-20 minutes or until the plums are very soft and starting to break down.
Mash the plums with a potato masher or the back of a spoon for a chunky texture, or use an immersion blender for a smoother jam consistency.
Stir in the lemon juice and chia seeds. Continue to cook on low heat for an additional 10 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent the jam from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the jam cool to room temperature. As the jam cools, the chia seeds will thicken it naturally.
Transfer the cooled jam into sterilized jars or airtight containers. Seal them well and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or in the freezer for several months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
665 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.6 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 10 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 149.7 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.0 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 118.9 g | ||
| Protein | 13.0 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 296 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1852 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
