Acerola jam or jelly

Acerola jam or jelly is a sweet, tangy preserve made from the small, bright red fruit of the acerola cherry (Malpighia emarginata). The primary ingredients are acerola fruit, sugar, and often pectin for gelling. It is a popular homemade or artisanal product in its native regions of Central and South America, particularly Brazil.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This jam is high in carbohydrates, primarily from natural fruit sugars and added sugar. It is an exceptional source of vitamin C and also provides notable amounts of vitamin A and potassium, with a typical serving containing around 50-70 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	60 kcal
Protein	0.2 g
Carbs	15 g
Fat	0 g
Fiber	0.5 g
Sugar	13 g
Sodium	5 mg
Vitamin C	30 mg
Vitamin A	15 mcg RAE
Potassium	45 mg
Vitamin B6	0.02 mg
Magnesium	3 mg
Iron	0.2 mg

Per 2 tablespoons (32 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Acerola is one of the richest natural sources of vitamin C in the world, containing up to 50 times more than an orange by weight. This makes acerola jam a uniquely potent, albeit sweetened, way to consume this essential antioxidant.