Prune Juice Jelly
Prune Juice Jelly is a simple, fruit-based preserve made by simmering prune juice with sugar and pectin until it sets into a spreadable gel. It typically contains just three ingredients: prune juice, sugar, and pectin, sometimes with a splash of lemon juice for brightness. This type of jelly is a common homemade pantry staple in many Western households, particularly popular in North America and Europe.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This jelly is very high in carbohydrates, almost entirely from sugars, with negligible fat or protein. It provides a quick source of energy and contains small amounts of potassium and antioxidants derived from the prunes. A typical one-tablespoon serving contains roughly 50-60 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 130 kcal |
| Protein | 0.5 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 28 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
| Potassium | 250 mg |
| Vitamin C | 2 mg |
| Vitamin K | 10 mcg |
| Iron | 0.5 mg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
| Vitamin A | 20 IU |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.05 mg |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg |
Per 1/2 cup (120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Nutritionally, it's a concentrated source of the phenolic compounds found in prunes, which are studied for their potential health benefits. Culturally, it represents a traditional method of preserving fruit juice, transforming a liquid into a shelf-stable spread for use on toast, pastries, or as a glaze.
