Delightful Strawberry Lavender Jam
A fragrant and sweet homemade jam combining fresh strawberries and dried lavender, perfect for toast or desserts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 1 tablespoon dried lavender flowers
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (adjust for sweetness)
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Prep the strawberries by hulling and chopping them into small pieces.
- Cook the strawberries in a medium-sized pot with water over medium heat, stirring occasionally for about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the dried lavender to the pot and simmer for another 3-5 minutes.
- Incorporate chia seeds, honey or maple syrup, and lemon juice into the mixture and simmer for 10-15 minutes, adjusting the consistency.
- Check the consistency by dropping a spoonful onto a plate; if it holds its shape, it’s done.
- Cool the mixture for a few minutes before transferring it to sterilized jars.
Notes
Store in the fridge for up to two weeks or consider water-bath canning for longer preservation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: strawberry jam, lavender jam, homemade jam, canning recipes, vegan spreads
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