Biscuit with Jam or Jelly
A biscuit with jam or jelly is a classic comfort food, typically featuring a soft, flaky biscuit split open and topped with fruit preserves. It's a staple in American breakfasts and snacks, with roots in Southern U.S. cuisine, though similar pairings exist worldwide. The simple combination highlights the buttery biscuit and sweet, fruity spread.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in carbohydrates from the biscuit's flour and the jam's sugar, with moderate fat from butter or shortening in the biscuit. It provides quick energy and some vitamins from the fruit, but is generally low in protein; a serving can range from 200 to 400 calories depending on size and ingredients.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 230 kcal |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Carbs | 38 g |
| Fat | 8 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 18 g |
| Sodium | 350 mg |
| Iron | 2 mg |
| Calcium | 60 mg |
| Potassium | 80 mg |
| Phosphorus | 80 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.2 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.5 mg |
| Folate | 40 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 2 mg |
Per 1 biscuit (approx. 60 g) with 1 tablespoon (approx. 20 g) jam · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, biscuits and jam symbolize hospitality in the American South, often served at gatherings. Nutritionally, the pairing offers a quick energy boost, but the jam's natural fruit content can add antioxidants and fiber compared to plain sugar spreads.
