Every time I find myself buying a jar of jam at the grocery store, I think "I should really try making my own," but there I go, throwing it into my cart anyway. I figured that making homemade jam would be super time consuming, but I finally gave it a try and now I'm wishing I hadn't waited so long. The process took way less time than I estimated, with no prep needed and minimal cleanup time, as the recipe only uses one saucepan. The next time I find myself with a carton of berries that are past their prime, I'll be back in the jam factory.

Now that I know that making homemade jam isn't as intimidating as it seems, making my own seems like a no-brainer because it allows me to be in control of all of the ingredients. Chia seeds are small but mighty! They are a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, rich in antioxidants, and provide fiber, iron, and calcium. I’ve been adding them into my meals to help my digestion. I'm always looking for ways to sneak more protein into my diet, so I added a scoop of Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides into this recipe for an extra boost. It dissolves easily and is flavorless and odorless, so it goes completely undetected, while supporting your bone and joint health. I chose to use raspberries in this recipe because they're my personal favorite, but you could easily substitute any other berry.