It’s no secret that I’m a health nut. I’m also all about making things easy. Sometimes those two things don’t go hand in hand. I know, it would be so much simpler to go to the store to grab a jar of jam than to make it yourself. Not so fast! I’ve got a recipe for you today that takes no time at all to whip up, it’s not loaded with tons of added sugar, it’s actually good for you, and it’s perfectly delicious spread on your favorite breads.
Chia seeds are so magical. I love that they can be used as an egg replacer in baked goods, as a seed in cookies, mixed with smoothies to make them thicker, and my personal favorite is in my oatmeal every morning. Putting these super food seeds to this Orange Fig Chia Jam not only created a beautifully thick, rich spread, but also added fiber and omega-3s to the good stuff. The dried figs add so many good things too! You get a good dose of fiber, vitamin K, potassium, magnesium, and iron from these sweet jewels of nature. The oranges complement the flavor of the figs and add even more good things, like fiber, vitamin C, and potassium. Could you ask for more from your fruit spreads? I really don’t think so.
I wish I could take credit for coming up with chia jam because it’s pure genius. While I can’t take credit for the idea, I will take credit for this incredibly delicious combination of flavors. This Orange Fig Chia Jam is such a celebration of vibrant flavors. I hope you like this one as much as we do!
Orange Fig Chia Jam
Makes about a cup
- 6-8 Dried Figs
- 1 Orange, peeled
- 12 Drops Vanilla Stevia, add more for sweeter jam
- 1 Tbsp Chia Seeds
Soak the figs in hot water for 10 minutes. In a high speed blender, blend the soaked figs, orange, and stevia until completely blended. Mix the chia seeds into the fruit mixture by hand and place in the refrigerator overnight to set up.
Sarena Shasteen has been an avid health food and fitness enthusiast from an early age. She holds a degree in Culinary Arts from The Art Institute of Atlanta, a certification in Fitness Nutrition, and is a certified Fitness Trainer from International Sport Science Association (ISSA). Becoming a Personal Trainer and Specialist in Fitness Nutrition has been a lifelong goal of hers. Sarena enjoys helping others reach their health goals by teaching them that health and fitness are not only achieved in the gym, but also through fun everyday activities. Now a food writer, recipe developer, personal chef, Personal Trainer, and Specialist in Fitness Nutrition, she enjoys sharing with others that healthy living can be fun and delicious. Keep up with her at The Non-Dairy Queen and on Facebook and Twitter. 
Chia seeds are so magical. I love that they can be used as an egg replacer in baked goods, as a seed in cookies, mixed with smoothies to make them thicker, and my personal favorite is in my oatmeal every morning. Putting these super food seeds to this Orange Fig Chia Jam not only created a beautifully thick, rich spread, but also added fiber and omega-3s to the good stuff. The dried figs add so many good things too! You get a good dose of fiber, vitamin K, potassium, magnesium, and iron from these sweet jewels of nature. The oranges complement the flavor of the figs and add even more good things, like fiber, vitamin C, and potassium. Could you ask for more from your fruit spreads? I really don’t think so.
I wish I could take credit for coming up with chia jam because it’s pure genius. While I can’t take credit for the idea, I will take credit for this incredibly delicious combination of flavors. This Orange Fig Chia Jam is such a celebration of vibrant flavors. I hope you like this one as much as we do!
Sarena Shasteen has been an avid health food and fitness enthusiast from an early age. She holds a degree in Culinary Arts from The Art Institute of Atlanta, a certification in Fitness Nutrition, and is a certified Fitness Trainer from International Sport Science Association (ISSA). Becoming a Personal Trainer and Specialist in Fitness Nutrition has been a lifelong goal of hers. Sarena enjoys helping others reach their health goals by teaching them that health and fitness are not only achieved in the gym, but also through fun everyday activities. Now a food writer, recipe developer, personal chef, Personal Trainer, and Specialist in Fitness Nutrition, she enjoys sharing with others that healthy living can be fun and delicious. Keep up with her at The Non-Dairy Queen and on Facebook and Twitter. 
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