Raspberry Basil Seed Preserve
A sweet fiber + protein topping for weight health: spend just 10 minutes and get a delicious upgrade for your favorite pit stops with fiberS, protein and omegas.
Recipe by Ashley Koff, RD. Last updated October 11, 2026. Prep 5 minutes. Cook 5 minutes. Rest 5 to 7 minutes. Makes 4 servings.
The short answer: This raspberry preserve adds fiber and protein to your day with raspberries, basil or chia seeds and collagen. Raspberries are a source of fiberS, with the S on purpose: they provide different types of fiber, and each type does something different for your body. It takes about 10 minutes of hands-on time plus a short rest. It is gluten-free, and because it has collagen, it is not vegetarian. It is a topping, not a meal, so pair it with a protein like Greek yogurt, cottage cheese or as a topping on socca (see our Socca Pancakes recipe for this fiber and protein-rich bread upgrade).
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If you’re looking for an easy way to add more fiber, protein and antioxidants to your favorite meals, this Raspberry Basil Seed Preserve is for you.
At BNP, we’re not here to take foods away. We’re here to make them work better for you. This simple preserve transforms frozen raspberries into a nutrient-packed topping that pairs perfectly with yogurt, cottage cheese, toast or more.
Why this Raspberry Basil Seed Preserve is better for you
This isn’t just a fruit spread. It’s an easy way to boost your meals with protein, fiber, healthy fats and antioxidants.
The power of the protein + fiber approach
By combining fruit, collagen and seeds, you’re creating a topping that may help:
- Support fullness and satisfaction
- Increase fiber intake
- Add protein to snacks and meals
- Provide antioxidants that help combat oxidative stress
- Make nutritious meals even more delicious
Ingredient spotlight: what each piece does
Raspberries
Raspberries are naturally rich in fiber, vitamin C and antioxidants, with bright, tart flavor and minimal added sugar. Notice the S in fiberS: raspberries provide different types of fiber, and that variety is worth having.
Collagen
Collagen adds protein that may help support satiety, while contributing nutrients that support healthy skin, hair, nails, bones and connective tissue. Use your preferred collagen brand. Most provide about 10 to 12g of collagen peptides per serving, so check your label. If you want a suggestion, join the BNP Community (it’s free) and ask.
Basil seeds or chia seeds
Both absorb liquid to create a naturally thick texture while providing fiber and healthy fats that support digestive health.
Avocado oil
Avocado oil contributes heart-healthy fats and helps create a silky, satisfying preserve.
Optional sweetener
A small amount of honey or maple syrup can balance the tartness of raspberries while letting you control the sweetness.
Why fiber + protein matter
Pairing fiber with protein may help:
- Support balanced blood sugar
- Promote fullness between meals
- Support digestive health
- Make snacks and breakfasts more satisfying
This preserve is an easy way to add both to foods you already enjoy.
Is this pit stop right for you?
- Choose it if you want an easy way to add fiber and protein to breakfasts and snacks.
- Choose it if you want a bright, tart topping with minimal added sugar. The sweetener is optional.
- Pair it if you need a full pit stop. This is a topping, so build around it with the ideas below.
Raspberry Basil Seed Preserve
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen raspberries
- 1 serving collagen powder your preferred brand; most are about 10 to 12g collagen peptides per serving
- 2 Tbsp basil seeds or chia seeds
- 1 tsp avocado oil
- Optional: honey or maple syrup to taste
Instructions
- Heat the avocado oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the frozen raspberries and cook for about 5 minutes, mashing with a spoon until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Stir in the collagen until fully incorporated.
- Add the basil or chia seeds and sweetener, if using.
- Remove from heat and let stand for 5–7 minutes to thicken.
- Enjoy immediately or store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Notes
Better, not perfect: make it fit your body
- The recipe is written for 1 cup of frozen raspberries. Keep a bag in the freezer.
- Stick with raspberries. Another fruit changes the fiber, protein and carbohydrates, so the nutrition on this page would no longer apply. If you want to try another fruit, look at our Kiwi Chia Seed Preserve as an example.
- Basil seeds or chia seeds both thicken it. Pick the one you digest best.
- Taste it before you sweeten it. Many people need less than they think.
- Build a full pit stop: preserve + a protein (Greek yogurt or cottage cheese) + a whole grain or nuts and seeds.
- Spread it on whole grain or socca (chickpea flatbread) toast.
At BNP, we often aim for snacks that fall within a general range of 15 to 30g protein | 15 to 30g carbohydrates to support balanced blood sugar, energy and satiety. Because this recipe is a topping or condiment, it isn’t meant to reach those targets on its own.
Estimated nutrition
These are estimates for the whole batch (4 servings), assuming a collagen with about 10 to 12g of collagen peptides per serving and no added sweetener. Your brand and sweetener will change them.
- Calories: ~260 to 280 per batch (about 65 to 70 per serving)
- Protein: ~16 to 18g per batch (about 4 to 5g per serving)
- Fiber: ~15 to 18g per batch (about 4g per serving)
The collagen is shared across 4 servings, so each serving adds a modest amount of protein. That is why we call this a topping and pair it with Greek yogurt, cottage cheese or another protein.
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Common questions
Do I need to thaw the raspberries?
No. Use 1 cup of frozen raspberries straight from the freezer and cook until mashed.
Can I use a different fruit?
This recipe is built for raspberries, and a different fruit changes the nutrition. If you want to try another fruit, use our Kiwi Chia Seed Preserve as an example of how that recipe changes.
Is it gluten-free? Is it vegetarian?
It is gluten-free. Because it contains collagen, it is not vegetarian.
Should I use basil seeds or chia seeds?
Either. Both absorb liquid to make a naturally thick texture and add fiber and healthy fats.
Is this a full snack or meal?
No. It is a topping or condiment. Pair it with Greek yogurt or cottage cheese, or spread it on whole grain or socca toast.
Which collagen should I use?
Your preferred brand. Most provide about 10 to 12g of collagen peptides per serving, so check your label. If you want a suggestion, join the BNP Community (it’s free) and ask.
How much protein does it have?
About 16 to 18g for the whole batch, or about 4 to 5g per serving, mostly from the collagen and seeds. Pair it with a protein to make a full pit stop.
How do I store it?
In a sealed container in the refrigerator, where it keeps for up to 1 week.
Can I use it if I am on a GLP-1 medication?
It can be a small, nutrient-dense add-on when appetite is lower. Pair it with protein, and check with your care team about what is right for you.
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