Lowest-Sugar Jams & Fruit Spreads, Ranked by Label Data (2026)

The top two lowest-sugar products are Rare Bird Rare Bird, Preserves, Apple Caramel and Mrs Darlington's Christmas Preserve, both containing 0 g of sugar per 100 g.

This post ranks branded jams and fruit spreads based on their sugar content per 100 g, using verified label data. The focus is on identifying options with the lowest sugar levels.

What Counts as a Low-Sugar Jam?

Low-sugar jam is a fruit spread that contains minimal sugar, typically defined as 5 g or less of sugar per 100 g. This allows for healthier choices while still enjoying fruit flavors.

Lowest-Sugar Jams & Fruit Spreads, Ranked

Below is a ranked table of the lowest-sugar jams and fruit spreads, highlighting their sugar content and other nutritional information.

#	Product (per 100 g)	Sugar (g)	Calories (kcal)	Carbs (g)	Protein (g)	Fat (g)
1	Rare Bird Rare Bird, Preserves, Apple Caramel	0	35	1.8	0.9	3.1
2	Mrs Darlington's Christmas Preserve	0	267	60	0	0
3	The Fine Cheese Co. Quince Fruit For Cheese	0	291	66.8	0.4	0.5
4	Market Pantry Concord Grape Jam	0	59	23.5	0	0
5	Our Family Strawberry Preserves	0	59	29.4	0	0
6	Smucker's Sugar Free Cherry Preserves	0	59	29.4	0	0
7	Philadelphia Plant-Based Chive & Onion Non-Dairy Spread, Chive; Onion	0	214	7.1	0	21.4
8	Bramley's Strawberry Preserves	0	59	29.4	0	0
9	Food Club Grape Flavored Purified Water Beverage	0	44	0.7	6.8	1.7
10	Dickinson's Dickinson's, Sugar Free Apricot Preserves	0	59	23.5	0	0
11	Fifty50 Low Glycemic Blackberry Spread	0	59	17.6	0	0
12	Walnut Creek Foods Black Raspberry Jam	0	250	65	0	0
13	La Vieja Fabrica Seville Orange Marmalade	0	250	65	0	0
14	Food For Thought Cherry Raspberry Organic Preserves	0	175	45	0	5
15	Laura Lynn Strawberry Preserves	0	59	23.5	0	0

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For related references, see lowest-calorie chips, lowest-sugar ice creams, highest-fiber breads.

How We Compiled These Numbers

The values presented are derived from manufacturer label data sourced from USDA FoodData Central for branded foods. All figures are normalized per 100 g, with one entry per brand. This information is intended for educational purposes and should not be considered medical advice.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the sugar content of the lowest item?

The lowest item, Rare Bird Rare Bird, Preserves, Apple Caramel, contains 0 g of sugar per 100 g.

How many calories does Mrs Darlington's Christmas Preserve have?

Mrs Darlington's Christmas Preserve has 267 kcal per 100 g.

Which product has the highest calorie count?

The Fine Cheese Co. Quince Fruit For Cheese has the highest calorie count at 291 kcal per 100 g.

How much protein is in Market Pantry Concord Grape Jam?

Market Pantry Concord Grape Jam contains 0 g of protein per 100 g.

What is the carbohydrate content of Our Family Strawberry Preserves?

Our Family Strawberry Preserves contain 29.4 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

What fat content does Smucker's Sugar Free Cherry Preserves have?

Smucker's Sugar Free Cherry Preserves contain 0 g of fat per 100 g.

Key Takeaways

• Rare Bird Rare Bird, Preserves, Apple Caramel: 0 g sugar, 35 kcal.
• Mrs Darlington's Christmas Preserve: 0 g sugar, 267 kcal.
• The Fine Cheese Co. Quince Fruit For Cheese: 0 g sugar, 291 kcal.
• Market Pantry Concord Grape Jam: 0 g sugar, 59 kcal.
• Our Family Strawberry Preserves: 0 g sugar, 59 kcal.
• Smucker's Sugar Free Cherry Preserves: 0 g sugar, 59 kcal.