Strawberry & Vanilla Chia Seed Jam

Directions

1. 1
   Wash, hull and slice the strawberries, then add them to a medium to large pan.
2. 2
   Add the maple syrup, a squeeze of lemon juice and the vanilla extract.
3. 3
   Cook on a medium heat until it comes to the boil. About 10 minutes, then, mash the strawberries with a potato masher and leave to cook for another few minutes.
4. 4
   Take off the heat, then stir in the chia seeds.
5. 5
   Pour into sterilised jars using a jam funnel, all the way to the brim, then add the lid and secure tightly.
6. 6
   Leave the jam jars out until it cools, then pop it in the fridge. The chia seeds will thicken the jam as it cool, but it is a soft-set jam.
7. 7
   This jam can be kept in the fridge and used for a week after it has been opened.
8. 8
   Enjoy!