Keto Strawberry Chia Seed Jam
Sweet, juicy, and bursting with real strawberry flavor, this keto strawberry chia seed jam is everything you love about traditional jam – just without the added sugar. Made with simple ingredients and thickened naturally with chia seeds, this sugar free strawberry jam is a quick, wholesome spread you’ll want to spoon over everything from keto bread to cottage cheese parfaits.
Each serving of this keto jam recipe has just 54.6 calories, 4.1g net carbs, and 1.5g protein, making it a light, fiber-rich, sugar-free spread perfect for the keto diet.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- No added sugar: Sweetened naturally with monk fruit or Swerve—no sugar crash here.
- Only 5 ingredients: Simple pantry staples you already have on hand.
- Thickened without pectin: Chia seeds do the magic while adding fiber and nutrients.
- Quick & easy: From stovetop to spoon in under 10 minutes.
- Tastes like real jam: Juicy strawberries and a pop of lemon make this feel like the real thing.
- Perfect for keto: Just 5.1g net carbs per serving—ideal for your keto or low-carb lifestyle.
- Versatile: Spread it on keto bread, swirl into yogurt, or layer in parfaits.
Recipe Story
If you’ve been missing jam on your keto diet, this one’s for you. I started making my own jam after giving up on the sugar-free store-bought jams that still tasted overly sweet or artificial.
This keto strawberry jam recipe uses fresh strawberries, a touch of lemon juice for brightness, and monk fruit or Swerve to balance the natural sweetness. The sugar-free jam recipe comes together in minutes and keeps beautifully in a jar for days, ready to spoon over your favorite keto biscuits, waffles, or cottage cheese parfaits.
Ingredients
- Fresh strawberries or berries of choice
- Chia seeds
- Lemon juice
- Lemon zest (optional, but adds brightness)
- Sweetener of choice: monk fruit, Swerve, or erythritol
Watch how I make this in minutes! It’s like we’re cooking side-by-side in my kitchen!
Instructions
- Mash strawberries in a small saucepan using a fork or potato masher.
- Heat gently over medium heat, stirring often, until soft and juicy (about 5–7 minutes).
- Stir in lemon juice, sweetener, and chia seeds.
- Simmer for 1–2 minutes, then remove from heat and let it thicken as it cools.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness if needed.
- Store in a clean mason jar in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Optional step: Use an immersion blender or food processor for a smoother consistency.
Expert Tips
- Fresh strawberries work best for flavor and texture, but frozen berries can be used in a pinch.
- Don’t skip the lemon juice, it enhances both the flavor and the natural gel.
- The jam will continue to thicken as it chills thanks to the omega-3-rich chia seeds.
Ingredient Swaps
- Use any berries of choice like raspberries, blueberries, or blackberries.
- Swap monk fruit with Swerve, erythritol, or allulose for different sweetness levels.
- Don’t have chia seeds?
- You can skip them and simply cook the jam a bit longer to reduce and thicken.
- Or add a pinch of xanthan gum at the end for a smooth, thick texture without seeds.
Storage Tips
- Store in the fridge in a sealed glass jar for up to 7 days.
- For longer storage, freeze in portions using silicone molds or small jars.
What to Serve With
- Spread it on top of a keto sugar cookie
- High Protein Keto Strawberry Cottage Cheese Parfait
- Strawberry Chia Seeds Keto Cottage Cheese Cookies
- Keto Almond Flour Biscuits
- Keto Pancakes & Waffles
- High Protein Keto Tast Ready in 2 Minutes
Conclusion
This keto strawberry chia jam is one of my all-time favorite things to keep on hand. Whether you’re topping toast, spooning it into desserts, or swirling it into yogurt, it’s a simple recipe that brings the joy of jam without the sugar crash.
More Keto Recipes to Try
- Keto Blueberry Jam
- Keto Raspberry Chia Jam
- Keto Strawberry Shortcake Mug Cake
- Cottage Cheese Dessert Collection
FAQ
What makes this jam keto-friendly?
It’s sweetened with sugar-free alternatives and thickened with chia seeds no added sugar, no pectin.
Can I use frozen strawberries?
Yes! Just simmer a little longer and break them down with a spoon or masher.
How long does it last?
Up to 7 days in the fridge, or freeze in small portions for later.
Is this recipe high in fiber?
Yes, thanks to the chia seeds, this jam provides 3.7g fiber per serving.
Easy Keto Strawberry Chia Seed Jam
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup strawberries
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon Swerve * see notes
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, mash strawberries with a fork or potato masher.1 cup strawberries
- Simmer until juicy and softened, about 5–7 minutes, stirring often.
- Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and sweetener.1 tablespoon lemon juice, ½ tablespoon lemon zest, 1 tablespoon Swerve
- Add chia seeds, mix well, and simmer another 1–2 minutes.1 tablespoon chia seeds
- Remove from heat and let the jam thicken as it cools to room temp.
- Transfer to a mason jar and store in the fridge.
- Optional: For a smoother texture, pulse with an immersion blender or food processor before chilling.
Video Recipe
Notes
- Taste your berries first – if they’re sweet, you might not need any added sweetener at all.
- Use any berries of choice like raspberries, blueberries, or blackberries.
- Store in a mason jar in the fridge up to 7 days, or freeze in ice cube trays for easy single servings.
- For longer storage, freeze in small portions.
- Perfect on keto bread, biscuits, pancakes, or layered in parfaits.
Nutrition Per 1 (ONE) Serving
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I’ve been making this Keto Strawberry Chia Seed Jam for years, and it’s still one of my favorite quick recipes. The sweet-tart flavor, those little chia seeds, and how simple it is to whip up in minutes.
I hope it brings comfort and joy to your keto breakfasts and desserts like it does for me!