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Sugar-free or reduced-sugar sour cherry preserve
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Diabetic sour cherry jam (20 g) has 9 calories. That works out to 43 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.1 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 20 g
9
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
2.1g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 95% · Protein 5% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 9 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.1 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 20 g | 9 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 7 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (thin) | 15 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 13 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 40 g | 17 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 22 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 43 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 320 g | 138 kcal |
Calculated from 43 calories per 100 g.
Diabetic sour cherry jam may fit into a diabetes meal plan, but the portion and ingredients matter. “Diabetic” does not mean unlimited: check the carbohydrate and added-sugar information, and count it with the rest of your meal. Ask your diabetes care team if you need help matching it to your treatment plan.
Yes, diabetic sour cherry jam can raise blood sugar because sour cherries contain carbohydrates, and some versions also contain added sugar. A sugar-free version is not necessarily carbohydrate-free, so the amount you eat still matters.
Not always. Diabetic sour cherry jam may be sugar-free or simply reduced-sugar, depending on the recipe or brand. Check the ingredient list and nutrition information rather than relying on the word “diabetic” on the front of the jar.
Diabetic sour cherry jam is generally made with less sugar or with a sweetener instead of some or all of the sugar in regular jam. Recipes vary, so sweetness, texture, and carbohydrate content can differ from one product to another.
To make diabetic sour cherry jam, cook pitted sour cherries with a suitable sweetener and use pectin if the recipe needs help setting. Sugar also helps preserve traditional jam, so use a tested low-sugar recipe and follow its storage instructions rather than assuming it keeps like regular jam.
Diabetic sour cherry jam can stay runny because sugar helps jam set, and reduced-sugar recipes have less of it. The fruit’s water content and the sweetener used also affect texture; a recipe designed for low-sugar preserves may call for pectin.
The sweetener in diabetic sour cherry jam depends on the brand or recipe; there is no single standard ingredient. Check the ingredient list for the specific sweetener, since different types can affect flavor, texture, and tolerance.
Keep diabetic sour cherry jam tightly closed in the refrigerator after opening, and use a clean, dry spoon each time. Reduced-sugar versions may not keep as long as traditional jam, so follow the jar’s storage directions and discard it if you see mold or notice an unusual smell.
Yes, diabetic sour cherry jam can be used as a filling for tarts, cookies, or cakes. It may behave differently from regular jam when heated, especially if it is sugar-free, so check that the filling will hold its shape in your recipe.
Diabetic sour cherry jam pairs well with toast, plain yogurt, or oatmeal. For a more balanced snack, serve a modest amount alongside a protein-containing food rather than treating the jam as a meal on its own.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
0.7mg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B5
0.02mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
26mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.01mg · 0% DV
Phosphorus
3.2mg · 0% DV
Sodium
1.6mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 9 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (20 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.
Diabetic sour cherry jam is a preserve made by cooking pitted sour cherries, usually with less sugar or with a sweetener instead. Recipes vary, so check the jar to see which sweetener is used and how much sugar it contains.
Its tart, fruity flavour and soft, sometimes slightly chunky texture work well spread thinly on toast or spooned over plain yoghurt, porridge or pancakes. Sour cherry preserves are enjoyed at breakfast in many places, and can also be served with afternoon tea. This version is relatively low in energy, at 43 kcal per 100 g, though it still contains carbohydrates. Pair a small spoonful with unsweetened yoghurt for a less-sweet snack.
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.
Medium
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.
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
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.