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Chocolate Cherry Jam Calories
A sweet, rich-flavored combination of cherries and chocolate; typically high in sugar.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Chocolate Cherry Jam (20 g) has 54 calories. That works out to 272 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.6 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 0.4 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Chocolate Cherry Jam Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 20 g
54
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
12.6g
· 5% DV
Protein
0.3g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 91% · Protein 2% · Fat 7%
Chocolate Cherry Jam nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (20 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 54 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.22 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.6 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Tablespoon of Chocolate Cherry Jam?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 20 g | 54 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 7 g | 19 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 15 g | 41 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 25 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 82 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 40 g | 109 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 45 g | 122 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 272 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 320 g | 870 kcal |
Calculated from 272 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chocolate Cherry Jam
How do you make Chocolate Cherry Jam at home?
Chocolate Cherry Jam is made by cooking pitted cherries with sugar, then stirring in chocolate near the end. Add the chocolate after the fruit has softened and avoid prolonged boiling, which can scorch it or affect the texture.
What chocolate works best in Chocolate Cherry Jam?
Dark chocolate is a popular choice for Chocolate Cherry Jam because its bitterness balances the cherries’ tartness. Milk chocolate makes a sweeter, milder preserve, so the result will taste less like traditional dark-chocolate-and-cherry combinations.
What can you eat Chocolate Cherry Jam with?
Chocolate Cherry Jam works well on toast, pancakes, waffles, and scones. It can also be spooned over plain yogurt or used as a filling for pastries when you want both cherry tartness and chocolate flavor.
Can you make Chocolate Cherry Jam with frozen cherries?
Yes, frozen cherries work in Chocolate Cherry Jam. Thaw them first and include their released juice in the pot; the extra liquid may mean the jam takes longer to thicken than a batch made with fresh fruit.
Does Chocolate Cherry Jam use cocoa powder or real chocolate?
Chocolate Cherry Jam can be made with either, but chopped chocolate usually gives it a richer flavor and smoother finish. If using cocoa powder, mix it with a little warm cherry liquid first to prevent dry lumps.
Why does Chocolate Cherry Jam taste bitter?
Chocolate Cherry Jam can taste bitter if the chocolate is very dark or the cherries are especially tart. Taste near the end of cooking and adjust the chocolate amount; adding extra sugar is not the only way to balance the flavor.
How should you store Chocolate Cherry Jam after opening?
Keep opened Chocolate Cherry Jam refrigerated in a tightly closed jar. Always use a clean, dry spoon, since crumbs or moisture can introduce contamination and shorten the time the jam keeps well.
Can you water-bath can Chocolate Cherry Jam?
Do not water-bath can Chocolate Cherry Jam using an untested recipe. Adding chocolate can affect safe canning conditions, so refrigerate homemade batches or freeze them rather than storing them at room temperature.
How can you use Chocolate Cherry Jam in desserts?
Use Chocolate Cherry Jam as a filling for cakes, thumbprint cookies, or pastries, or spoon it over cheesecake. Let it cool before layering it into a dessert so it is less likely to make the other layers runny.
Is Chocolate Cherry Jam suitable for people with diabetes?
Chocolate Cherry Jam is a sugary preserve and can raise blood glucose. People with diabetes should fit it into their individual meal and medication plan; a doctor or dietitian can advise on a suitable portion.
Chocolate Cherry Jam Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
Vitamin E
0.06mg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.14mg · 1% DV
Phosphorus
5mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
20mg · 1% DV
Sodium
1.6mg · 0% DV
Chocolate Cherry Jam Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chocolate Cherry Jam
To burn the 54 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (20 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Chocolate Cherry Jam?
Chocolate Cherry Jam combines cherries, usually cooked with sugar, with chocolate or cocoa for a sweet-tart fruit preserve. Depending on the recipe, it may be smooth or retain pieces of cherry. It is a flavour pairing rather than a jam with one fixed regional origin, and home versions can vary in how pronounced the chocolate taste is.
Spread it lightly on toast, scones or pancakes, or use a spoonful to fill cakes and pastries. Its rich, sweet flavour makes a little go a long way; it is also carbohydrate-heavy, with 63 g per 100 g. For a less sweet serving, pair a small amount with plain yoghurt or unsweetened porridge rather than adding it to an already sugary dessert.
How Nutritious Is Chocolate Cherry Jam?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Chocolate Cherry Jam Processed?
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.
Does Chocolate Cherry Jam Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Chocolate Cherry Jam Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Chocolate Cherry Jam Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.22g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.04g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.