Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Combine Berries and Maple Syrup

   Add 600 grams (1.5 pounds) of frozen mixed berries and 4 tablespoons of maple syrup into a medium-sized saucepan.

2. 2.Bring to a Boil

   Place the saucepan over high heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally. This will take about 5 minutes, during which most of the fruit will defrost and soften.

3. 3.Simmer and Mash

   Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Mash any larger fruit pieces like strawberries with the back of a spoon or a potato masher, being careful of the superheated sugar.

4. 4.Add Chia Seeds

   Remove the pot completely off the heat. Add 2 tablespoons of white chia seeds and stir carefully until they are completely mixed into the jam mixture.

5. 5.Transfer to Jars

   Allow the jam to cool for a few minutes. Using a ladle, carefully transfer the jam mixture into sterilized 250ml (1 cup) capacity jars.

6. 6.Cool and Store

   Put the sterilized lids on the jars. Let the sealed jars cool completely on the counter for a few hours. Once cooled, they can be stored in a kitchen cupboard for several months unopened. Once opened, keep the jam in the fridge for about a week.