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Low-sugar strawberry jam Calories
Reduced-sugar fruit spread made from strawberries
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Low-sugar strawberry jam (20 g) has 33 calories. That works out to 165 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.2 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 50 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Low-sugar strawberry jam Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 20 g
33
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
8.2g
· 3% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% 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 99% · Protein 1% · Fat 0%
Low-sugar strawberry jam nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (20 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 33 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 3.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.2 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% |
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 Low-sugar strawberry jam?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 20 g | 33 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (medium) | 7 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 15 g | 25 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 25 g | 41 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 50 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 40 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 83 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 80 g | 132 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 320 g | 528 kcal |
Calculated from 165 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Low-sugar strawberry jam
How do you make low-sugar strawberry jam?
Low-sugar strawberry jam is made by simmering strawberries with less sugar and a little lemon juice. Because strawberries are relatively low in natural pectin, use pectin formulated for low-sugar recipes if you want a reliably set jam.
Why is my low-sugar strawberry jam runny?
Low-sugar strawberry jam can stay runny because less sugar helps it thicken less readily, and ripe strawberries release plenty of juice. A recipe designed for low-sugar jam, with the right pectin and cooking method, is more dependable than simply reducing sugar in a regular recipe.
Is low-sugar strawberry jam healthier than regular strawberry jam?
Low-sugar strawberry jam usually contains less added sugar than regular jam, but it is still a sweet spread and is not automatically a health food. The difference depends on the recipe or product, so compare the ingredient lists and use it as a topping rather than a main source of fruit.
Does low-sugar strawberry jam need to be refrigerated after opening?
Yes, refrigerate low-sugar strawberry jam after opening unless its package gives different instructions. Lower sugar provides less preservation than a traditional high-sugar recipe, so keep the lid closed and use a clean spoon each time.
Can you freeze low-sugar strawberry jam?
Yes, low-sugar strawberry jam can be frozen in a freezer-safe container. Leave room for expansion, then thaw it in the refrigerator; its texture may be softer afterward. Avoid refreezing it once thawed.
Can you water-bath can low-sugar strawberry jam?
Yes, but only with a tested canning recipe specifically designed for low-sugar strawberry jam. Simply reducing the sugar in a regular jam recipe can change its acidity and preservation, so it should not be treated as shelf-stable without following tested processing instructions.
Can people with diabetes eat low-sugar strawberry jam?
People with diabetes can include low-sugar strawberry jam if its carbohydrates fit their meal plan; “low-sugar” does not mean sugar-free. Check the serving information on the product or recipe and account for it alongside the rest of the meal.
Can you make low-sugar strawberry jam with frozen strawberries?
Yes, frozen strawberries work in low-sugar strawberry jam. Thaw them first and include their juices, which add liquid and may lengthen cooking; follow a low-sugar recipe so the jam sets without relying on extra sugar.
What can you eat low-sugar strawberry jam with?
Low-sugar strawberry jam goes well on toast, porridge, yogurt, and peanut butter sandwiches. It also works as a filling for cakes or thumbprint cookies; its milder sweetness may make baked goods taste less sugary than when made with regular jam.
Is moldy low-sugar strawberry jam safe if you scrape off the top?
No, discard the entire jar of low-sugar strawberry jam if you see mold. Mold can extend below the visible patch, so removing the surface layer does not make the remaining jam safe to eat.
Low-sugar strawberry jam Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
2.4mg · 3% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
B5
0.02mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
24mg · 1% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.07mg · 0% DV
Sodium
3.6mg · 0% DV
Low-sugar strawberry jam Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Low-sugar strawberry jam
To burn the 33 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (20 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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.
What is Low-sugar strawberry jam?
Low-sugar strawberry jam is a cooked fruit spread made from strawberries and sugar, with softened pieces of fruit and tiny seeds often left in. It has a thick, glossy texture and a sweet-tart berry flavour; the reduced-sugar style is made with less sugar than a standard jam.
It is commonly spread on toast or bread at breakfast, spooned over porridge or yoghurt, or used to fill cakes and pastries. Its nutrition is mostly carbohydrate, with a little fibre from the fruit. Use a modest spread if you want the strawberry flavour without making a dish too sweet, or stir a spoonful into plain yoghurt for an easy snack.
How Nutritious Is Low-sugar strawberry 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 Low-sugar strawberry 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 Low-sugar strawberry jam Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Low-sugar strawberry jam Good For?
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
Low-sugar strawberry jam Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.01g
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