07/08/2026
Making my own strawberry jam
no added sugar, no honey, just strawberries, chia seeds, stevia, and a little calamansi! ❤️
I used 250 g of frozen strawberries + 1 tbsp chia seeds + stevia, making the whole batch only around 127 calories.
For me as a diabetic mama, I love finding simple swaps that let me enjoy something sweet while being more mindful of my carbs and added sugar. 🍓
Strawberries are naturally sweet and provide fiber, vitamin C, antioxidants, and other nutrients, while chia seeds add extra fiber and healthy fats. Fiber can help with fullness and may support blood-glucose management.
The key is still portion control. fruit contains carbohydrates, even when there is no added sugar. Choosing frozen fruit without added sugar is a diabetes-friendly option.
Perfect with my whole-wheat toast + cream cheese for a simple strawberry cheesecake-inspired breakfast. 🍓🍞🧀
Small swaps. Simple ingredients. One day at a time. ❤️