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How many calories in
jam?

Jam is 250 calories per 100g — almost entirely simple sugars. A tablespoon is around 53 calories — easy to under-track when drizzling.

250
kcal · 100g
0.4g
Protein
67g
Carbs
0.1g
Fat
Servings

Common serving sizes.

Calories scale with portion. Here's how a typical jam serving translates in your tracker:

Serving
Calories
Protein
3 oz (85g)
213 kcal
0.3g
4 oz (113g)
283 kcal
0.5g
1 cup (~150g)
375 kcal
0.6g
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FAQ

Quick answers.

How many calories in jam?

Jam has approximately 250 calories per 100g. A typical serving — 3 oz (85g) — comes in at 213 calories.

How much protein is in jam?

0.4g of protein per 100g. That puts jam at roughly 0.2g of protein per 100 calories — a useful lens when comparing to other sweeteners sources.

How do I log jam accurately?

The simplest method: weigh it on a kitchen scale, then enter grams in your tracker. With SpotWell, you can skip the scale — point the camera at the plate and the AI estimates the portion in under a second. Adjust the value if it looks off.

Is jam good for weight loss?

It depends on your overall calorie target. Jam sits in a moderate calorie range. It can fit any goal — weight loss, maintenance, or muscle gain — when portioned to your daily target.