Concord grape jelly

Concord grape jelly is a sweet, smooth spread made from the juice of Concord grapes, sugar, and pectin. It's a quintessential American pantry staple, especially popular in the Northeastern United States where Concord grapes are widely grown.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This jelly is primarily a source of simple carbohydrates from added sugar, with virtually no fat or protein. A typical one-tablespoon serving contains about 50 calories and provides a quick energy boost, though it lacks significant vitamins or minerals.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	50 kcal
Protein	0 g
Carbs	13 g
Fat	0 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	12 g
Sodium	10 mg
Vitamin C	1 mg
Potassium	20 mg
Iron	0.1 mg
Calcium	2 mg

Per 1 tablespoon (20 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Concord grape jelly is uniquely tied to American childhood nostalgia, famously paired with peanut butter in the classic PB&J sandwich. Its deep purple color and bold, aromatic flavor come from the Concord grape, a variety developed specifically for its intense fragrance and hardiness in North American climates.