Jellies, Jams, Preserves, Fruit Butters - What is the difference?

By Hklbrries

Dear Readers:

Jellies, jams, preserves, fruit butters — what is the difference? It can be confusing, so here are a few sweet hints to help you buy the one that’s right for you:

Jellies are made from fruit juice, and when cooked, they . . . well, gel.

Jam is made from crushed, pureed fruit. It usually is a bit thicker than jelly.

Preserves can contain large chunks of fruit or whole fruit. This makes them thicker and more filled with fruit than jelly or jam.

Fruit Butter is made when fruit pulp and sugar are cooked together. It usually is smooth, but there is no butter in fruit butter.

Most have added sugar, so if you need to watch calories or sugar intake, be aware and look for sugar-free options, which are more readily available today.

Heloise

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