Peanut Butter & Chia Seed Jam Power Protein Spreads
Peanut Butter & Chia Seed Jam Power Protein Spreads are exactly what you need for a quick boost in the morning, afternoon or evening. They are also great choices for pre-workout snacks or if you’re in a rush. Do you have a picky eater at home? Make your little (or big) one a sandwich with these spreads and rest your mind knowing their bodies have protein, omega’s and healthy fats in them to keep them fuelled and energized.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 1 1/2 cups each peanut butter and chia seed jam 1x
- Category: Spreads
- Method: Blend & Stovetop
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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Peanut Butter Spread:
- 1 cup of peanut butter (or nut or seed butter of your choice)
- ½ of a 340g (12oz) extra-firm silken tofu
- 1–2 tbsp of maple syrup (optional)
- Salt to taste (optional)
Chia Seed Jam:
- 2 cups of berries. Fresh or frozen (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries or a mix!)
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2–4 tbsp maple syrup (depending on taste)
Instructions
Peanut Butter Spread:
- Place all ingredients in a food processor. Process until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides with a spatula as needed.
- Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.
Chia Seed Jam:
- Place berries in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir frequently.
- When berries start to boil add remaining ingredients.
- Reduce heat and cook for 5 minutes or until jam starts to thicken. It will thicken more as it is cools and the chia seeds bloom.
- If the jam is too runny add 1-2 tsp more chia seeds and keep cooking.
- Store refrigerated in a sealed container for 7-10 days.