Loganberry Jam

Loganberry jam is a sweet, tart preserve made from the loganberry, a cross between a raspberry and a blackberry. It typically contains just loganberries, sugar, and often lemon juice, and is a beloved homemade staple in regions where the berry thrives, like the Pacific Northwest of the United States. The jam is prized for its deep, complex flavor and vibrant, dark ruby color.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Loganberry jam is primarily a source of carbohydrates, almost entirely from sugars, with negligible protein or fat. A single tablespoon provides a quick energy boost and contains small amounts of antioxidants and vitamin C from the berries.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	50 kcal
Protein	0.1 g
Carbs	13 g
Fat	0 g
Fiber	0.5 g
Sugar	12 g
Vitamin C	3 mg
Manganese	0.1 mg
Potassium	20 mg
Copper	0.01 mg
Vitamin K	1.5 mcg
Iron	0.1 mg

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

💡 What's interesting

The loganberry itself is a historical accident, discovered in the 1880s in Santa Cruz, California, when a raspberry and blackberry cross-pollinated naturally. Nutritionally, the darker pigments in loganberries indicate a high concentration of anthocyanins, powerful antioxidants linked to various health benefits.