Mulberry jam or preserves
Mulberry jam is a sweet, fruit-based preserve made by cooking down fresh mulberries with sugar and often a touch of lemon juice. It captures the unique, slightly tart and earthy flavor of the mulberry fruit, which is native to Asia, North America, and Europe. The result is a deep purple, spreadable condiment enjoyed on bread, pastries, or as a topping.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Mulberry jam is high in carbohydrates, primarily from natural fruit sugars and added sugar, with negligible fat and protein. It provides a good source of vitamin C, iron, and dietary fiber, especially if made with whole fruit and skins, and a typical serving contains around 50-70 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 55 kcal |
| Protein | 0.1 g |
| Carbs | 14 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 13 g |
| Vitamin C | 3 mg |
| Iron | 0.2 mg |
| Potassium | 25 mg |
| Magnesium | 2 mg |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin K | 1 mcg |
Per 1 tablespoon (20 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Mulberries have been cultivated for thousands of years, not just for their fruit but also as the primary food source for silkworms in silk production. Nutritionally, the deep purple color of the jam comes from anthocyanins, powerful antioxidants also found in blueberries and red wine.
