Ingredient

Apricot Preserves

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use apricot preserves primarily for their sweet, fruity flavor and slightly tart taste. …

What it is

Apricot preserves are a type of fruit spread made from apricots. They are created by cooking chopped or pureed apricots with sugar until thickened. The high sugar content acts as a natural preservative.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use apricot preserves primarily for their sweet, fruity flavor and slightly tart taste. They are often added to baked goods, sauces, glazes, and marinades to enhance sweetness and provide a fruity note. You can find them in products like pastries, yogurt, and some meat dishes.

Health notes

Apricot preserves are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. They are primarily composed of fruit and sugar. JECFA has evaluated apricot jam and preserves, and EFSA has also evaluated fruit jams, jellies, and marmalades. The main health consideration is the high sugar content, which aligns with general dietary advice to limit added sugars.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Products containing Apricot Preserves

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Conagra Brands BANQUET Sweet And Sour Chicken Meal, 8 OZ Grain Based Products / Meals High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 172kcal 4.4Protein 6.2Fat 24.7Carbs Kingston Marketing Co Cranberry Baked Brie En Croute, Cranberry Cheese High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 339kcal 14.3Protein 21.4Fat 25Carbs Odyssey Foods LLC Turkey Jerky Other Snacks 321kcal 35.7Protein 3.6Fat 35.7Carbs Smartcopy Organizer Original Turkey Jerky Other Snacks 321kcal 35.7Protein 3.6Fat 35.7Carbs Smartcopy Organizer Pork Jerky Other Snacks 321kcal 35.7Protein 3.6Fat 25Carbs Sweet Swine O' Mine Distributing Barbeque Sauce, Original Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 171kcal 0Protein 0Fat 42.9Carbs Sweet Swine O' Mine Distributing Sweet Sauce O' Mine, Sweet & Spicy Vinegar Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 156kcal 0Protein 0Fat 37.5Carbs Nilda's Desserts Ltd. Apricot & Trinidad Scorpion Hot Sauce Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 20Carbs Russell McCall's Inc. Cranberries, Apricots, & Almonds Brie En Croute, Cranberries, Apricots, & Almonds Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 357kcal 14.3Protein 21.4Fat 25Carbs Raley's Flatbread With Apples, Prosciutto And Blue Cheese Other Deli High in sodium — 29% DV per serving 242kcal 10.2Protein 7.8Fat 33.6Carbs Old Europe Cheese, Inc. American Cranberry Baked Brie, American Cranberry Cheese High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 339kcal 14.3Protein 21.4Fat —Carbs Dominick's Finer Foods Curried Beef With Potatoes, Carrots, And Apple Chutney, Curried Beef Other Deli High in sodium — 51% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 36% DV per serving 126kcal 7.4Protein 6.1Fat 10.9Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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