1 tablespoon (medium) of Homemade Apricot Jam (20 g) has 48 calories. That works out to 240 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.4 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Homemade Apricot Jam Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

240

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

62g

· 23% DV

Protein

0.5g

· 1% DV

Fat

0.2g

· 0% DV

Fiber

1.2g

· 4% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 98% · Protein 1% · Fat 1%

Homemade Apricot Jam Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin A

120µg · 13% DV

Vitamin E

0.5mg · 3% DV

0.02mg · 2% DV

0.3mg · 2% DV

Minerals

Magnesium

7mg · 2% DV

Phosphorus

12mg · 2% DV

Potassium ⭐

60mg · 2% DV

Calcium

12mg · 1% DV

How Nutritious Is Homemade Apricot Jam?

Nutrient density

Low

25/ 100

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

23/ 100

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.

Homemade Apricot Jam Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

High

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

High

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Homemade Apricot Jam

To burn the 240 calories in 100 g:

🚶

59min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

24min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

33min

Cycling

🏊

28min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

Is Homemade Apricot Jam Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally 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 Homemade Apricot Jam Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free

Dairy free

Eggs free

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Homemade Apricot Jam Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Homemade Apricot Jam Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.03g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.04g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.05g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Homemade Apricot Jam

How many calories are in homemade apricot jam?

Homemade apricot jam contains 240 calories per 100 grams. The calorie intake will vary based on portion size.

Is homemade apricot jam suitable for vegan or vegetarian diets?

Yes. Based on the provided diet compatibility, it is suitable for omnivore, vegetarian, vegan, Mediterranean, and flexitarian diets.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.

· Last updated: September 23, 2026