Small Batch Sugar-Free Mango Chia Jam

This sugar-free mango jam uses ripe mango, chia seeds, lime, and optional monk-fruit sweetener for a quick small refrigerator batch.

Sugar Free Mango Jam With Chia Seeds

“Sugar-free” here means no added sugar; mango naturally contains fruit sugar. Chia seeds thicken the mixture without pectin or a long boil.

• Prep time: 5 minutes.
• Cook time: 8 minutes.
• Cooling time: 30 minutes.
• Yield: About 1 cup.
• Storage: Refrigerate up to 7 days.

Ingredients

• 2 cups ripe diced mango, 12 oz
• 2 tbsp water
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 2 tbsp chia seeds
• 1 to 2 tsp granulated monk-fruit sweetener, optional
• 1/8 tsp kosher salt

How to Make Mango Chia Jam

1. Add mango, water, lime juice, and salt to a small saucepan.
2. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds.
3. Mash until about half the mango is smooth and half remains chunky.
4. Remove from heat and stir in chia seeds for 30 seconds.
5. Taste after cooling 2 minutes; add monk-fruit sweetener only if needed.
6. Rest 10 minutes, stir again, and transfer to a clean 12-oz jar.
7. Cool uncovered for 20 minutes, seal, and refrigerate.

Serving and Safe Storage

• Spoon 2 tbsp over plain yogurt.
• Spread a thin layer on whole-grain toast.
• Swirl 1 tbsp into overnight oats.
• Keep refrigerated at 40 degrees F or colder.
• Discard for mold, fermentation, or an off odor.
• Do not store this refrigerator jam at room temperature.

Try more chia batches with Raspberry Chia Jam, Strawberry Chia Jam, or Keto Blackberry Jam.

Sugar Free Mango Jam FAQ

Will this jam become firm?

It stays softer than pectin jam but thickens noticeably after 2 hours in the refrigerator.

Can I use frozen mango?

Yes. Thaw and drain it first, then measure 2 cups and follow the same method.