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Sweet plant-based jelly dessert, low in protein
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Plant-based strawberry jelly (125 g) has 78 calories. That works out to 62 calories per 100 g. It contains 19 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 4.4 mg of Vitamin C covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 125 g
78
KCAL / 125G
Carbs
19g
· 7% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 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 | 78 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 56 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 19 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.3 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 cup (medium) | 125 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (mini) | 15 g | 9 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 37 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 85 g | 53 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 56 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 62 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 93 kcal |
Calculated from 62 calories per 100 g.
Plant-based strawberry jelly is made without animal gelatin; it usually relies on a plant-derived setting agent instead. Agar, pectin, or carrageenan are common options, but the exact ingredient varies by product, so check the ingredient list if you need to avoid a particular one.
Make plant-based strawberry jelly by heating strawberries, water, and a sweetener with a suitable plant-based setting agent, then chilling the mixture. Follow the directions for that agent: agar and pectin do not behave identically, so one method may not work for both.
Plant-based strawberry jelly may stay runny if its setting agent was not activated correctly or the recipe proportions were off. Agar generally needs to be boiled, while pectin has different requirements; check the instructions for the specific setting agent you used.
Plant-based strawberry jelly is commonly set with agar, pectin, or carrageenan rather than animal gelatin. The choice depends on the recipe or product, and each agent gives a somewhat different texture and requires different preparation.
No, plant-based strawberry jelly is a chilled, set dessert, while strawberry jam is a cooked fruit spread. Jelly can be smooth and sliceable, whereas jam usually has a thicker, spreadable texture and may contain pieces of fruit.
Yes, frozen strawberries can be used for plant-based strawberry jelly. Thaw and drain them if they release a lot of liquid, then follow the setting agent’s instructions; extra liquid can leave the finished jelly softer than expected.
Store opened plant-based strawberry jelly covered in the refrigerator, and avoid leaving it at room temperature for long periods. For a packaged product, follow its label for after-opening storage; homemade jelly is best used promptly.
You can freeze plant-based strawberry jelly, but it may release water or lose its smooth texture when thawed. Jellies set with agar can become especially fragile after freezing, so refrigeration and fresh serving usually preserve the texture better.
Yes, plant-based strawberry jelly can be used as a cake filling once it has fully set and cooled. Keep the layer contained so it does not slide, and avoid spreading it while warm, which can soften nearby frosting or cake.
Yes, plant-based strawberry jelly can be made with less sugar, but the result may taste more tart and the texture can change. Sugar’s role varies by recipe and setting agent, so use a tested low-sugar recipe rather than simply omitting it.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
4.38mg · 5% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
Biotin
0.25µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
56mg · 2% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.13mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
23mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Plant-based strawberry jelly is a chilled, sweet dessert set with a plant-derived gelling agent rather than animal gelatin, and flavoured with strawberry or made with strawberry fruit. It has a smooth, gently wobbly texture and a bright, fruity taste. Serve it cold in a cup, on its own as a light dessert or snack, or with fresh fruit, yoghurt, or ice cream; it also works in layered desserts. It is familiar in many places as a convenient packaged treat, while homemade versions can be adjusted to taste. Its energy comes mainly from carbohydrates, with very little protein or fat, so pair it with fruit or yoghurt for a more substantial 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.