Raspberry Chia Jam Toast (Print Version)

Wholesome toast with fresh raspberry chia jam, bursting with natural sweetness and flavor.

# What You'll Need:

→ Raspberry Chia Jam

01 - 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
02 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
03 - 1.5 tablespoons maple syrup (or honey if not vegan)
04 - 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

→ Toast

05 - 2 slices whole grain or gluten-free bread
06 - 1 tablespoon plant-based butter or regular butter (optional)

→ Optional Toppings

07 - Fresh raspberries
08 - Sliced banana
09 - Coconut flakes
10 - Chopped nuts
11 - Fresh mint leaves

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Place raspberries in a small saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the berries soften and release juices, about 3 to 5 minutes.
02 - Use a fork or potato masher to mash the raspberries to your preferred texture.
03 - Mix in chia seeds and maple syrup, then cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract if using.
04 - Allow the jam to rest for 5 minutes to thicken. If too dense, stir in one teaspoon of water to loosen consistency.
05 - Toast the bread slices until reaching preferred crispness.
06 - Optionally spread plant-based or regular butter on the warm toast.
07 - Generously cover the toast with the raspberry chia jam.
08 - Top with desired optional ingredients and serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • It comes together faster than brewing a second cup of coffee, and you control every ingredient.
  • The chia seeds thicken it naturally without pectin or complicated steps.
  • It tastes like summer even in the middle of winter, and leftovers keep beautifully in the fridge.
02 -
  • Don't skip the resting time after cooking; the chia seeds need those 5 minutes to fully absorb the liquid and thicken properly.
  • If your raspberries are very tart, taste the jam before it cools and add a bit more maple syrup while it's still warm.
03 -
  • Make a big batch of jam on Sunday and keep it in the fridge; it turns weekday breakfasts into something you actually look forward to.
  • If the jam is too runny after resting, pop it back on the heat for another minute or stir in an extra teaspoon of chia seeds.
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