Description
Delightful and healthy Chocolate Jam Bites featuring a vibrant raspberry chia seed jam center coated in rich dark chocolate. These bite-sized treats are perfect for a guilt-free snack or dessert, combining natural sweetness from fruits and maple syrup with the decadence of dark chocolate.
Ingredients
Scale
Jam Mixture
- 1 heaping cup raspberries
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or honey)
Chocolate Coating
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips (or chunks)
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
Instructions
- Prepare baking sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside. Ensure you have sufficient freezer space to accommodate the sheet later in the process.
- Make the chia jam: In a bowl, mash the raspberries thoroughly using a fork. Add chia seeds and maple syrup (or honey) and stir until well combined. Let the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the chia seeds to absorb moisture and thicken the jam.
- Form jam bites: Scoop approximately 2 tablespoons of the thickened chia jam onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing each dollop about 2 inches apart. Place the baking sheet in the freezer and let the jam solidify for about one hour or until fully firm.
- Melt the chocolate: In a medium-sized bowl, combine dark chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between sessions to prevent burning, until the chocolate is smooth and fully melted.
- Coat jam bites: Working quickly, dip each frozen jam cluster into the melted chocolate to thoroughly coat them. Place the coated bites back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet. Optionally, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top of each for enhanced flavor.
- Set the chocolate: Return the chocolate-coated jam bites to the freezer for about 10 minutes or until the chocolate is completely set and firm. Once ready, they can be served immediately or stored in the freezer for later enjoyment.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen raspberries according to availability; thaw if frozen before mashing.
- Substitute maple syrup with honey for a different natural sweetness profile.
- Chia seeds absorb liquid and help form the gel-like jam texture; do not skip this step.
- Store finished bites in an airtight container in the freezer to maintain firmness.
- For a dairy-free option, ensure the chocolate chips are vegan and the coconut oil is unrefined.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing and Melting
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Chocolate Jam Bites, raspberry chia jam, healthy chocolate snacks, no-bake desserts, frozen treats, vegan chocolate bites
