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Sweetened with apple juice concentrate rather than refined sugar
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 tablespoon (medium) of Apple-sweetened strawberry jam (20 g) has 36 calories. That works out to 180 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.8 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Apple-sweetened strawberry jam is a fruit preserve made by cooking strawberries with apple juice concentrate, which provides the sweetness instead of refined sugar. It has the familiar fruity flavour and spreadable texture of strawberry jam, with the apple concentrate contributing sweetness rather than making it a low-sugar food.
It works on toast or bread at breakfast, and can also be spooned into porridge or plain yoghurt. In places where jam is a familiar breakfast staple, it is often served with bread, pastries or scones; it also makes a simple filling for cakes and sandwiches. Most of its energy comes from carbohydrates, while protein and fat are minimal. Pair it with unsweetened yoghurt or use a thin spread if you want to keep the overall sweetness in check.
Selected: 100 g
180
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
44g
· 16% DV
Protein
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.5g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 99% · Protein 1% · Fat 0%
Vitamins
Vitamin C
8mg · 9% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
B5
0.08mg · 2% DV
B6
0.03mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
120mg · 4% DV
Magnesium
10mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
15mg · 2% DV
Calcium
14mg · 1% DV
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 180 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
Apple-sweetened strawberry jam uses apple juice concentrate instead of refined sugar, but that does not make it sugar-free. The concentrate still supplies sugars, so the sweetener swap alone does not establish that it is healthier than another jam.
Apple-sweetened strawberry jam is sweetened with apple juice concentrate, which contributes sugar even when refined sugar is not added. “No refined sugar” and “sugar-free” are not interchangeable descriptions.
Apple-sweetened strawberry jam works as a cake filling, a thumbprint-cookie center, or a topping for baked goods. Use it in place of regular jam, but expect some variation in sweetness and moisture, so keep an eye on the texture.
Refrigerate apple-sweetened strawberry jam after opening and keep the jar tightly closed. Use a clean spoon each time, since crumbs or food residue can introduce contamination and shorten how long the jam keeps.
Yes, you can freeze apple-sweetened strawberry jam, though its texture may change after thawing. Leave room for expansion in the container, thaw it in the refrigerator, and avoid refreezing it once thawed.
Discard apple-sweetened strawberry jam if you see mold or notice a fermented smell, bubbling, or an unusual appearance. Do not just scrape off mold; contamination may extend beyond the visible spot.
People with diabetes can include apple-sweetened strawberry jam if it fits their meal plan, but apple juice concentrate still contains sugars that can raise blood glucose. Portion size and the rest of the meal matter; ask your diabetes care team for individualized advice.
No, apple-sweetened strawberry jam is not a one-for-one replacement for fresh strawberries. It is sweeter and thicker, so it works better as a spread or filling than in recipes that rely on fresh berries for their structure and moisture.
Apple juice concentrate provides sweetness and helps give apple-sweetened strawberry jam its spreadable consistency. It replaces refined sugar as the sweetening ingredient, while the strawberry flavor remains central to the jam.
Apple-sweetened strawberry jam pairs well with plain yogurt, oatmeal, pancakes, or a mild cheese. Stir a little into a bowl or spread it as a topping; its sweetness can complement tangy or neutral foods.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.