High-Protein Nordic Apple & Chia Jam

Published: 8/6/2026

This tart, spiced preserve uses late-summer green apples and chia seeds as a natural thickener with a plant-based protein boost. It is specifically designed to be stirred into blended cottage cheese or Greek yogurt for a high-protein breakfast bowl.

Ingredients (16 servings)

• 2 lbs (900 g) tart green apples, peeled and diced
• 1/2 cup (120 ml) water
• 2 tbsp (30 ml) lemon juice
• 1 tsp (3 g) ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp (1 g) ground cloves
• 3 tbsp (30 g) chia seeds
• 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sweetener (erythritol or stevia)

Instructions

1. Combine the diced apples, water, and lemon juice in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Simmer for 20–25 minutes until the apples are soft and the mixture begins to thicken naturally.
3. Mash the apples to your preferred consistency (chunky or smooth).
4. Stir in the cinnamon, cloves, sweetener, and chia seeds.
5. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow the chia seeds to hydrate and the flavors to meld.
6. Cool completely before transferring to glass jars. The jam will continue to thicken as it cools.

Pro Tips

• Protein Pairing: This jam is specifically designed to be stirred into 1 cup (240 ml) of blended cottage cheese or 0% plain Greek yogurt to create a high-protein breakfast bowl.

See Also

• Nordic Apple Crumble Pie
• Nordic Apple Oat Crisp
• Whipped Lingonberry Porridge

Categories: breakfast, healthy