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• Why You Need My Sugar Free Jam Recipe
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• My Recipe Tips
• Ways To Use It
• Sugar Free Jam (Strawberry) Recipe card
• Recipe Reviews

You’d never guess this is a sugar free jam ! It’s fruity, sweet, spreadable, and bursting with fresh berry flavor. I love slathering it over toast or for topping my healthy desserts . Plus, it’s so easy and stores beautifully, so you an easily make a big batch for later. Whip up this sugar free strawberry jam with me in just around half an hour!

Why You Need My Sugar Free Jam Recipe

• Sweet, fruity, and thick – This sugar free jam is spreadable and packed with real fruit. I think it tastes so much better than store-bought jams and jellies! I I made my favorite flavor (strawberry), but have other options for you below.
• 3 simple ingredients – Plus an optional one. My recipe is quick and easy!
• No added sugar – I call this is a sugar free, keto jam because I don’t use any sugar to sweeten it. Technically yes, you get a trivial amount of sugar from the berries, but none of the processed stuff.
• 100% natural – You won’t find any gums, gluten, artificial sweeteners, or artificial colors here! With just 3 grams net carbs , no added sugar, and chia seeds as a natural thickener, it’s a delicious option you can feel good about.

Ingredients & Substitutions

Here I explain the best ingredients for my sugar free jam recipe, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card .

• Berries – You’ll need to slice them, so fresh ones are easiest, but frozen will work if you thaw them enough to slice. I love sugar free strawberry jam the most, but have also made this recipe using raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries. You could even use cranberries or cherries.
• Chia Seeds – These little guys thicken your jam naturally, instead of sugar or pectin. I use the whole seeds , but you can use ground chia seeds if you prefer a smoother texture.
• Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend – This is my go-to sweetener for jams because it’s natural, tastes like sugar, and most importantly, won’t crystallize in the fridge… which is important since you’re unlikely to eat all the jam at once. Notes on substitutes: Powdered allulose works great for the same consistency, but you might need a bit more. Erythritol and most brands of monk fruit or stevia will crystallize, so I don’t recommend them. Sucralose doesn’t crystallize, but it’s artificial so not great, either.
• Lemon Zest – Optional, but it adds a bright flavor and brings out the sweetness of the berries. You can also use a splash of lemon juice instead, which acts as a natural preservative.

How To Make Sugar Free Jam

I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card .

1. Heat the sliced berries. Cook them into a saucepan or small pot over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until they release a lot of juices and soften.
2. Mash them up. You can use a spoon, fork, or potato masher.

1. Adjust the sweetness. Check to see if your sugar free jam is sweet enough for you. If not, add more Besti to taste, 1 tablespoon at a time.
2. Thicken it. Stir in the chia seeds, and lemon zest (if using). Let it cool to thicken, then transfer to jars with lids and store in the fridge.

My Recipe Tips

• Want to slice your berries super fast? I love this strawberry slicer .
• I recommend a stainless steel saucepan. It won’t stain or react with the acidic fruit, so your jam keeps that fresh, vibrant strawberry flavor. I use this saucepan !
• You can chop your berries instead of slicing if you like. This will make smaller chunks in your jam than slices, but I find many of the slices break down into smaller pieces anyway.
• Don’t want to use a sweetener at all? You can make this an unsweetened jam if your berries are sweet enough, but I always add powdered Besti to mine. It tastes like sugar, dissolves effortlessly, and doesn’t crystallize when you store your jam (unlike other sweeteners).
• Expect a simmer, not a boil. Boiling will be too harsh on the berries.
• Want a thicker jam? Just stir in an extra 1-2 teaspoons of chia seeds. Keep in mind the jam will thicken more when you refrigerate it.
• Prefer a super smooth texture? Just puree with an immersion blender or in a small food processor (I just got this one and love it for jams, pesto , nut butter, and more). You can even strain it through a fine mesh sieve, or make my sugar free jelly recipe instead.
• Your sugar free jam will thicken more in the fridge. You’ll need to store it there anyway, so just refrigerate for a few hours before enjoying if you want it thick.

Ways To Use It

You can enjoy this sugar free jam in the same ways you’d use regular jams! Here are my favorite ways:

• Bread – You can’t beat a classic toast or PB&J! I usually have some keto bread or low carb bagels in my freezer, but when you don’t, 90 second bread (pictured above) saves the day.
• Sweet Breakfasts – Skip the syrup top your almond flour pancakes , cottage cheese pancakes , or coconut flour waffles with my sugar free strawberry jam. So good!
• Yogurt & Oatmeal – Add it to your oatmeal (or overnight oats ), or stir it into keto yogurt or coconut yogurt for a fruity boost. Layer with healthy granola (or low carb granola ) for a parfait!
• Dessert Topping – A dollop of jam is the perfect topping for my healthy cheesecake , keto cheesecake , or almond milk ice cream . You can also make thumbprints in my almond flour cookies and fill them with sugar free jam to turn them into thumbprint cookies!
• Dessert Bars – Double my almond flour pie crust recipe , and press 2/3 of the mixture into a square baking dish. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then top with sugar free jam and crumble the remaining dough on top. Bake again for 10 minutes.

Recipe Video

Ingredients

Tap underlined ingredients to see the ones I use.

• 1 lb Strawberries (sliced; fresh or frozen) ▢
• 2 tbsp Chia seeds ▢
• 2 tbsp Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend (plus more to taste) ▢
• 1/2 tsp Lemon zest (optional) ▢

Instructions

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1. Place the strawberries into a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes , until the strawberries release a lot of liquid and soften.
2. Mash the strawberries with a spoon or potato masher. If you want super smooth jam without strawberry pieces, use an immersion blender to puree the berries.
3. Remove from heat. Taste to check if the jam is sweet enough. If not, stir in more sweetener to taste, 1 tablespoon at a time.
4. Stir in the chia seeds and lemon zest, if using. Allow the jam to cool for 5-10 minutes to thicken.
5. For even thicker jam, add an additional 1-3 teaspoons chia seeds if you like. Note that it will thicken more when refrigerated.

LAST STEP: Leave a rating to help other readers, or tag me @wholesomeyum on Instagram. I’d love to hear from you!

Maya’s Recipe Notes

Serving size: 2 tablespoons

• Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you slice your berries quickly, get the right flavor and sweetness in your jam, and adjust the consistency (smooth, thick, or chunky).
• Storage: Keep your homemade jam in an airtight container or jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Besti is a natural preservative, so it lasts a long time! You can also freeze it for up to 3-6 months.
• Canning: Due to the low pH of chia seeds, I don’t recommend canning this sugar free jam recipe. Sorry!
• Larger batches: My recipe makes 1 cup total. You can easily double or triple it if you like, as long as your saucepan is large enough. It will take longer for the berries to cook down with larger batches.

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Free Printable: Low Carb & Keto Food List

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• The Basic Keto Meal Formula
• Understanding Macros
• Keto Food Swaps
• Keto Food List
• Electrolyte Basics
• Keto Diet Types
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• Recipe Reviews

Even though I have a great guide to starting a keto diet , people often ask me for a quick keto cheat sheet they can use. That’s why I created this simple keto diet cheat sheet , so that you can have all the info you need handy. We’ll cover the basic keto formula for building meals, foods to eat and to avoid, delicious keto swaps for high-carb foods, electrolyte basics, and 4 ways to follow the keto lifestyle.

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The Basic Keto Meal Formula

Eating keto doesn’t have to be complicated! While there are plenty of delicious easy keto recipes to choose from, you don’t even have to cook from a recipe to get started.

Simply follow the keto cheat sheet formula of protein + veggie + fat for your meals.

Be sure to choose a moderate amount of protein, only low carb vegetables (mostly ones that grow above ground), and generous fat to attain an optimal macro ratio. That’s approximately 60-75% of calories from fat, 20-25% protein, and 5-10% from carbohydrates. The table below will give you ideas for what to choose.

Understanding Macros

Macros are macronutrients for short. They include fat, protein, and carbohydrates.

You can calculate your own macros using the macro calculator , but the macro keto cheat sheet below will explain how to look at macros when following a keto lifestyle.

Carbs Are A Limit.

Keeping carbs low is what gets you into ketosis and keeps you there. Ketosis means that you’re using fat as your primary energy source instead of sugar, and requires keeping carbs very low.

A good starting point is 20-25 grams net carbs per day, but you can experiment after a few weeks to see if your body stays in ketosis at higher levels. People who are very active may be able to do more and stay in ketosis, up to around 50 grams per day.

“Carbs are a limit” means that you set a limit for how many carbs to eat per day and don’t exceed it. You don’t have to hit that limit, so if you’re under that’s okay, just don’t go over. Ideally most of your carbs would come from low carb vegetables, and if you’re eating enough veggies, you’ll usually get close to the limit naturally.

A common misconception is that reaching ketosis requires a certain macro ratio, but it’s really only restricting your carb intake that gets you there [ * ]. In the absence of sufficient carbs to use as energy, the body will switch to using fat as fuel. This is called the metabolic state of ketosis.

Protein Is A Goal.

Protein is made up of amino acids, the building blocks of all our cells. It’s a crucial for keeping our muscles strong and for many cellular functions [ * ].

“Protein is a goal” means that you always want to eat enough protein to reach the goal each day, but not exceed it too much. You want enough for your needs, but excess protein can trigger gluconeogenesis, which is protein being converted to sugar [ * ] and can kick you out of ketosis.

Fat Is A Lever.

Fat is the primary macronutrient in a keto lifestyle, because being in ketosis means that fat is your primary fuel source. Fat as a fuel source will come from your food, and if you are losing weight, from your body.

A big advantage of a keto lifestyle is the high fat intake. It keeps you full and satisfied, making it easier to stick to, and using it as the primary fuel source makes it easier on your body to burn body fat, with a lower chance of breaking down your muscle (provided you get enough protein).

Aside from reaching your protein goal and limiting your carbs, the remainder of your calories on a keto diet comes from fat.

Don’t fear fat – it’s your main energy source on keto, and getting enough of it trains your body to use fat for fuel instead of sugar. That means that as long as you are not overdoing your overall calorie intake, you’ll efficiently burn your body fat for fuel as well.

“Fat is a lever” means that you can increase or decrease your fat intake depending on your goals and hunger levels. Increase it (along with exercise) to gain muscle, or decrease it to lose weight.

Keto Food Swaps

One of my favorite challenges is creating recipes, or just discovering, keto food swaps. These are delicious keto replacements for traditionally high-carb or high-sugar foods.

So, I created this keto diet cheat sheet with all the swaps in one place! I also have more keto food swaps in my Easy Keto Cookbook .

Keto Swaps For Breakfast

Keto Swaps For Bread

Keto Swaps For Meals & Side Dishes

Keto Swaps For Snacks & Sauces

Keto Swaps For Cooking & Baking

Keto Swaps For Drinks

If you’re looking specifically for keto alcohol options, browse the full keto alcohol guide .

Keto Food List

When looking for a keto cheat sheet printable, the most-requested information is a keto food list.

The great thing is that keto doesn’t have to feel restrictive. It’s incredibly satisfying and there’s such a wide variety of foods you can eat!

Foods To Eat On Keto

• Leafy greens – Such as spinach, chard, and lettuce.
• Above-ground veggies – Such as peppers, zucchini, and cauliflower.
• Full-fat cream & cheese – Such as heavy cream, sour cream, and full-fat hard cheeses.
• Natural meats – Such as beef, lamb, and pork.
• Berries – Such as raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries.
• Avocados
• Unsweetened nut milks – Such as almond milk and coconut milk.
• Almond flour and coconut flour
• Eggs
• Healthy fats – Such as coconut oil, avocado oil, olive oil and butter.

Foods To Avoid On Keto

• White flour & sugar
• Rice & grains – Such as barley, wheat, and corn.
• Milk & yogurt – Such as fruit on the bottom yogurt, sweetened Greek yogurt, and all milk.
• Cereal
• Processed food – Such as granola bars, candy
• Most fruit – Such as apples, bananas, and grapes
• Hydrogenated fats – Such as vegetable oil, soybean oil, and margarine
• Sweetened beverages & condiments – Such as soda, ketchup, and sweet dressings
• Starchy veggies – Such as peas, carrots, and beets.
• Potatoes – Such as sweet potatoes and white potatoes.

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Electrolyte Basics

Getting enough electrolytes is crucial for anyone, but especially so on a keto diet. The reason is that ketosis has a diuretic effect, which increases excretion of water and electrolytes, especially sodium [ * ]. This is often the cause of the keto flu.

For more details on electrolytes and avoiding keto flu, check out the full keto flu guide here .

The important thing to know about electrolytes is that replenishing them will keep keto flu away and keep your body functioning well. I always recommend an electrolyte drink and whole food sources of anything your body needs before resorting to supplements, so I made a list of what to eat to get each of the 3 major electrolytes – sodium, magnesium and potassium.

Here’s your keto diet cheat sheet for getting electrolytes from food:

Keto Diet Types

People follow a keto lifestyle for different reasons. Some do it just to lose weight, others are after better overall health, increased energy, and reduced inflammation.

Strictly speaking, the defining factor of a keto diet is the metabolic state of ketosis, which is achieved by restricting carbs. However, many people (myself included) also reduce or eliminate processed, inflammatory, or low-nutrient foods.

Below is your keto cheat sheet summary of the different ways that people follow keto. You choose what works best for your goals and lifestyle!

• Strict Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, count all calories and macros, and eat clean, unprocessed foods.
• Lazy Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, and track only net carbs OR eat keto foods without tracking.
• Dirty Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, with “if it fits your macros” approach including processed foods.
• Low Carb – Up to 50-100g net carbs daily, less strict.

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3. Macros cheat sheet – Explains everything you need to know about macros to succeed on keto.
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Sugar Free Jam (Strawberry)

Make 100% natural sugar free jam with just 3 ingredients! My easy recipe is sweet, thick, and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor.

Scan this QR code with your phone’s camera for the full recipe, including tips, step-by-step photos, and storage, or to save it to your account. You can also find it at: https://www.wholesomeyum.com/sugar-free-strawberry-chia-seed-jam-recipe/

Ingredients

• 1 lb Strawberries (sliced; fresh or frozen)
• 2 tbsp Chia seeds
• 2 tbsp Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend (plus more to taste)
• 1/2 tsp Lemon zest (optional)

Instructions

1. Place the strawberries into a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes , until the strawberries release a lot of liquid and soften.
2. Mash the strawberries with a spoon or potato masher. If you want super smooth jam without strawberry pieces, use an immersion blender to puree the berries.
3. Remove from heat. Taste to check if the jam is sweet enough. If not, stir in more sweetener to taste, 1 tablespoon at a time.
4. Stir in the chia seeds and lemon zest, if using. Allow the jam to cool for 5-10 minutes to thicken.
5. For even thicker jam, add an additional 1-3 teaspoons chia seeds if you like. Note that it will thicken more when refrigerated.

Maya’s Recipe Notes

Serving size: 2 tablespoons

• Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you slice your berries quickly, get the right flavor and sweetness in your jam, and adjust the consistency (smooth, thick, or chunky).
• Storage: Keep your homemade jam in an airtight container or jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Besti is a natural preservative, so it lasts a long time! You can also freeze it for up to 3-6 months.
• Canning: Due to the low pH of chia seeds, I don’t recommend canning this sugar free jam recipe. Sorry!
• Larger batches: My recipe makes 1 cup total. You can easily double or triple it if you like, as long as your saucepan is large enough. It will take longer for the berries to cook down with larger batches.

📖 Want more recipes like this? Find this one and many more in my Keto Cheat Sheet System !

I provide nutrition facts as a courtesy. Have questions about calculations or why you got a different result? Please see my nutrition policy .

© Copyright Maya Krampf for Wholesome Yum. Please DO NOT SCREENSHOT OR COPY/PASTE recipes to social media or websites. We’d LOVE for you to share a link with photo instead. :)

FREE 5-Ingredient Recipe EBook

• Why You Need My Sugar Free Jam Recipe
• Ingredients & Substitutions
• How To Make Sugar Free Jam
• My Recipe Tips
• Ways To Use It
• Sugar Free Jam (Strawberry) Recipe card
• Recipe Reviews

You’d never guess this is a sugar free jam ! It’s fruity, sweet, spreadable, and bursting with fresh berry flavor. I love slathering it over toast or for topping my healthy desserts . Plus, it’s so easy and stores beautifully, so you an easily make a big batch for later. Whip up this sugar free strawberry jam with me in just around half an hour!

Why You Need My Sugar Free Jam Recipe

• Sweet, fruity, and thick – This sugar free jam is spreadable and packed with real fruit. I think it tastes so much better than store-bought jams and jellies! I I made my favorite flavor (strawberry), but have other options for you below.
• 3 simple ingredients – Plus an optional one. My recipe is quick and easy!
• No added sugar – I call this is a sugar free, keto jam because I don’t use any sugar to sweeten it. Technically yes, you get a trivial amount of sugar from the berries, but none of the processed stuff.
• 100% natural – You won’t find any gums, gluten, artificial sweeteners, or artificial colors here! With just 3 grams net carbs , no added sugar, and chia seeds as a natural thickener, it’s a delicious option you can feel good about.

Ingredients & Substitutions

Here I explain the best ingredients for my sugar free jam recipe, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card .

• Berries – You’ll need to slice them, so fresh ones are easiest, but frozen will work if you thaw them enough to slice. I love sugar free strawberry jam the most, but have also made this recipe using raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries. You could even use cranberries or cherries.
• Chia Seeds – These little guys thicken your jam naturally, instead of sugar or pectin. I use the whole seeds , but you can use ground chia seeds if you prefer a smoother texture.
• Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend – This is my go-to sweetener for jams because it’s natural, tastes like sugar, and most importantly, won’t crystallize in the fridge… which is important since you’re unlikely to eat all the jam at once. Notes on substitutes: Powdered allulose works great for the same consistency, but you might need a bit more. Erythritol and most brands of monk fruit or stevia will crystallize, so I don’t recommend them. Sucralose doesn’t crystallize, but it’s artificial so not great, either.
• Lemon Zest – Optional, but it adds a bright flavor and brings out the sweetness of the berries. You can also use a splash of lemon juice instead, which acts as a natural preservative.

How To Make Sugar Free Jam

I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card .

1. Heat the sliced berries. Cook them into a saucepan or small pot over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until they release a lot of juices and soften.
2. Mash them up. You can use a spoon, fork, or potato masher.

1. Adjust the sweetness. Check to see if your sugar free jam is sweet enough for you. If not, add more Besti to taste, 1 tablespoon at a time.
2. Thicken it. Stir in the chia seeds, and lemon zest (if using). Let it cool to thicken, then transfer to jars with lids and store in the fridge.

My Recipe Tips

• Want to slice your berries super fast? I love this strawberry slicer .
• I recommend a stainless steel saucepan. It won’t stain or react with the acidic fruit, so your jam keeps that fresh, vibrant strawberry flavor. I use this saucepan !
• You can chop your berries instead of slicing if you like. This will make smaller chunks in your jam than slices, but I find many of the slices break down into smaller pieces anyway.
• Don’t want to use a sweetener at all? You can make this an unsweetened jam if your berries are sweet enough, but I always add powdered Besti to mine. It tastes like sugar, dissolves effortlessly, and doesn’t crystallize when you store your jam (unlike other sweeteners).
• Expect a simmer, not a boil. Boiling will be too harsh on the berries.
• Want a thicker jam? Just stir in an extra 1-2 teaspoons of chia seeds. Keep in mind the jam will thicken more when you refrigerate it.
• Prefer a super smooth texture? Just puree with an immersion blender or in a small food processor (I just got this one and love it for jams, pesto , nut butter, and more). You can even strain it through a fine mesh sieve, or make my sugar free jelly recipe instead.
• Your sugar free jam will thicken more in the fridge. You’ll need to store it there anyway, so just refrigerate for a few hours before enjoying if you want it thick.

Ways To Use It

You can enjoy this sugar free jam in the same ways you’d use regular jams! Here are my favorite ways:

• Bread – You can’t beat a classic toast or PB&J! I usually have some keto bread or low carb bagels in my freezer, but when you don’t, 90 second bread (pictured above) saves the day.
• Sweet Breakfasts – Skip the syrup top your almond flour pancakes , cottage cheese pancakes , or coconut flour waffles with my sugar free strawberry jam. So good!
• Yogurt & Oatmeal – Add it to your oatmeal (or overnight oats ), or stir it into keto yogurt or coconut yogurt for a fruity boost. Layer with healthy granola (or low carb granola ) for a parfait!
• Dessert Topping – A dollop of jam is the perfect topping for my healthy cheesecake , keto cheesecake , or almond milk ice cream . You can also make thumbprints in my almond flour cookies and fill them with sugar free jam to turn them into thumbprint cookies!
• Dessert Bars – Double my almond flour pie crust recipe , and press 2/3 of the mixture into a square baking dish. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then top with sugar free jam and crumble the remaining dough on top. Bake again for 10 minutes.

Recipe Video

Ingredients

Tap underlined ingredients to see the ones I use.

• 1 lb Strawberries (sliced; fresh or frozen) ▢
• 2 tbsp Chia seeds ▢
• 2 tbsp Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend (plus more to taste) ▢
• 1/2 tsp Lemon zest (optional) ▢

Instructions

Tap on the times in the instructions to start a kitchen timer.

1. Place the strawberries into a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes , until the strawberries release a lot of liquid and soften.
2. Mash the strawberries with a spoon or potato masher. If you want super smooth jam without strawberry pieces, use an immersion blender to puree the berries.
3. Remove from heat. Taste to check if the jam is sweet enough. If not, stir in more sweetener to taste, 1 tablespoon at a time.
4. Stir in the chia seeds and lemon zest, if using. Allow the jam to cool for 5-10 minutes to thicken.
5. For even thicker jam, add an additional 1-3 teaspoons chia seeds if you like. Note that it will thicken more when refrigerated.

LAST STEP: Leave a rating to help other readers, or tag me @wholesomeyum on Instagram. I’d love to hear from you!

Maya’s Recipe Notes

Serving size: 2 tablespoons

• Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you slice your berries quickly, get the right flavor and sweetness in your jam, and adjust the consistency (smooth, thick, or chunky).
• Storage: Keep your homemade jam in an airtight container or jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Besti is a natural preservative, so it lasts a long time! You can also freeze it for up to 3-6 months.
• Canning: Due to the low pH of chia seeds, I don’t recommend canning this sugar free jam recipe. Sorry!
• Larger batches: My recipe makes 1 cup total. You can easily double or triple it if you like, as long as your saucepan is large enough. It will take longer for the berries to cook down with larger batches.

📖 Want more recipes like this? Find this one and many more in my Keto Cheat Sheet System !

I provide nutrition facts as a courtesy. Have questions about calculations or why you got a different result? Please see my nutrition policy .

Add Your NotesYour Notes

© Copyright Maya Krampf for Wholesome Yum. Please DO NOT SCREENSHOT OR COPY/PASTE recipes to social media or websites. We’d LOVE for you to share a link with photo instead.

Sugar Free Jam