Raspberry Chia Jam Toast (Printable)

Wholesome toast layered with sweet raspberry chia jam for a flavorful start or snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Raspberry Chia Jam

01 - 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
02 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
03 - 1 ½ tablespoons maple syrup (or honey if not vegan)
04 - ½ 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

# How To Make It:

01 - Place raspberries in a small saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until they begin to break down and release juices, about 3 to 5 minutes.
02 - Mash the raspberries to your desired consistency using a fork or potato masher.
03 - Stir chia seeds and maple syrup into the mashed berries, cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, then remove from heat and mix in vanilla extract if using.
04 - Let the mixture stand for 5 minutes to thicken. Add a teaspoon of water if the jam is too thick.
05 - Toast the bread slices to your preferred level of crispness.
06 - Spread plant-based or regular butter on the warm toast if desired.
07 - Generously spread the raspberry chia jam over the toasted bread.
08 - Top with desired optional ingredients such as fresh raspberries, banana slices, coconut flakes, chopped nuts, or mint leaves. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It's ready in 20 minutes flat, which means you can actually make jam before breakfast without stress.
  • The chia seeds create this silky texture that feels fancy but requires zero special skills.
  • It tastes like you spent hours perfecting it, but your secret is just fresh raspberries and patience.
02 -
  • Don't skip the 5-minute rest—it's what turns jammy berry sauce into actual jam, and it makes all the difference.
  • If your jam seems thin after cooling slightly, it'll set up even more as it sits; give it a moment before adding water.
03 -
  • Make a double batch and keep it in the fridge for up to 5 days—you'll find yourself reaching for toast more often than you'd expect.
  • The jam keeps best in a clean glass jar, and it actually seems to thicken a little more as it cools, so don't panic if it looks slightly loose when you first take it off the heat.
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