Raspberry Jam
What is Raspberry Jam?
Raspberry jam is a fruit spread made from raspberries, sugar, and often pectin. The fruit is cooked with sugar until it thickens and sets, creating a sweet, spreadable preserve.
Is Raspberry Jam vegan?
Raspberry Jam is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Raspberry Jam gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Raspberry Jam a major allergen?
Raspberry jam is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens.
What is Raspberry Jam used for?
Manufacturers add raspberry jam primarily for its sweet, fruity flavor and texture.
Is Raspberry Jam safe?
Raspberry jam is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add raspberry jam primarily for its sweet, fruity flavor and texture. It is commonly used as a filling or topping in baked goods like cookies, pastries, cakes, and muffins, and as a spread for toast or biscuits.
Health notes
Raspberry jam is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is a source of carbohydrates and natural sugars from the fruit and added sugar. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated various fruit preparations, but specific evaluations for 'raspberry jam' as a distinct ingredient are not always separate. High intake of added sugars, as found in many jams, is linked to health concerns by dietary guidelines.
Allergen info
Raspberry jam is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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