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High-sugar fruit-based homemade jam
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Homemade mulberry jam (20 g) has 50 calories. That works out to 250 calories per 100 g. It contains 13 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 20 g
50
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
13g
· 5% 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 99% · Protein 1% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 50 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13 g | 5% |
| 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 | 50 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 7 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 63 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 75 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 40 g | 100 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 40 g | 100 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 125 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 80 g | 200 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 250 kcal |
Calculated from 250 calories per 100 g.
Homemade mulberry jam is made by simmering mulberries with sugar until the fruit softens and the mixture thickens. Stir gently to keep the berries intact, and add lemon juice near the end to balance the sweetness and help the jam set.
Yes, you can make homemade mulberry jam with frozen mulberries. Thaw them first and drain excess liquid if there is a lot, since extra water can lengthen cooking and leave the finished jam runny.
Homemade mulberry jam is ready when a small amount cooled on a cold plate thickens rather than running like syrup. Judge it after cooling: hot jam is naturally looser, and it firms further in the jar.
Store opened homemade mulberry jam in a sealed jar in the refrigerator and use a clean, dry spoon each time. Discard it if you see mold, bubbling, or notice an unusual smell rather than scraping the surface.
Yes, homemade mulberry jam can be made without added pectin. It may need more cooking to thicken, and the set can be softer; lemon juice and checking the cooled jam help you judge the consistency.
Homemade mulberry jam is often runny because the berries released extra juice or the mixture did not cook long enough. Simmer it uncovered for longer, then let a small cooled sample guide you before cooking it further.
No, straining the seeds from homemade mulberry jam is optional. Leaving them in keeps the jam rustic, while straining gives it a smoother texture; press the cooked fruit through a fine sieve if you prefer it seedless.
Yes, you can use less sugar in homemade mulberry jam, but the result may be softer and will not keep like a traditional high-sugar preserve. Refrigerate or freeze a reduced-sugar batch unless you are following a tested preserving recipe.
White mulberries make homemade mulberry jam with a milder flavor and lighter color, while black mulberries give it a deeper color and more pronounced taste. Either works; choose ripe berries that are not bruised or overripe.
Homemade mulberry jam pairs well with toast, plain yogurt, or cheese. Its sweetness contrasts especially well with tangy or salty accompaniments, and a small spoonful can also be stirred into oatmeal.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
1.2mg · 1% DV
Vitamin K
0.6µg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.04mg · 2% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.14mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
18mg · 1% DV
Sodium
1mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Homemade mulberry jam is made by simmering ripe mulberries with sugar until thick, a traditional way to preserve a seasonal fruit in places where mulberries grow. Depending on the fruit, it can range from deep purple to pale red, with a sweet, fruity flavour and either a softly chunky or smooth texture.
It is commonly spread on toast or warm bread at breakfast, and can also be spooned into yoghurt or porridge. A little tart cheese makes a pleasing contrast. Although it is fruit-based, it is mostly a sweet preserve: 100 g provides 65 g of carbohydrate, with very little protein or fat. Use a modest spoonful if you want the fruit flavour without making breakfast too sweet.
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.
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
0.01g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.