Berry chia jam on toast

A Modern dessert dish built on whole ingredients.

Servings: 4
Active time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min

Organic sourcing

Berries are on the EWG Dirty Dozen list due to pesticide residues, so sourcing them organic is beneficial. Chia seeds have less residue concern.

Ingredients

• 2 cups mixed fresh berries (like strawberries, raspberries, blueberries)
• 2 tbsp chia seeds
• 1-2 tbsp maple syrup (to taste)
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 4 slices whole grain bread

Method

1. Wash the berries thoroughly and pat them dry.
2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the berries and lemon juice.
3. Cook for about 5-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the berries break down and become syrupy.
4. Mash the berries with a fork or potato masher to your desired consistency.
5. Stir in the chia seeds and maple syrup, combining well.
6. Remove the pan from the heat and let the mixture cool to thicken, about 10-15 minutes.
7. Toast the whole grain bread slices until golden brown.
8. Spread the cooled chia jam over the warm toast and serve immediately.

Notes

• Use any combination of berries like blackberries, raspberries, or strawberries.
• Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup to taste.
• Leftover chia jam can be stored in a sealed container in the fridge for up to a week.

Source

Paraphrased from the culinary canon by Organic.is editors, 2026. Classic Modern recipe. If you'd like a specific source for further reading, ask Tinni (bottom-right) for a book recommendation.