Mixed Fruit Jam
What is Mixed Fruit Jam?
Mixed fruit jam is a preserve made from a combination of different fruits, sugar, and pectin. The fruits are typically cooked with sugar until they reach a setting point, often with the addition of pectin to aid gelling. It is a popular spread and ingredient in baking.
Is Mixed Fruit Jam a major allergen?
Mixed fruit jam itself is not one of the 14 major allergens.
What is Mixed Fruit Jam used for?
Manufacturers add mixed fruit jam as a flavouring and sweetening agent.
Is Mixed Fruit Jam safe?
Mixed fruit jam is not classified as a food additive and therefore does not have an E-number.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add mixed fruit jam as a flavouring and sweetening agent. Its texture also contributes to the overall mouthfeel of products. It is commonly found in baked goods such as pastries, tarts, and cakes, as well as being used as a spread.
Health notes
Mixed fruit jam is not classified as a food additive and therefore does not have an E-number. The primary health consideration relates to its sugar content. The UK government's Eatwell Guide advises limiting intake of foods high in sugar. The NHS recommends reducing intake of free sugars, which should not exceed 5% of total dietary energy for adults and children over 11.
Allergen info
Mixed fruit jam itself is not one of the 14 major allergens. However, depending on the specific fruits and processing, it may be produced in facilities that handle allergens, or sulphur dioxide/sulphites may be present if used as a preservative, which is one of the 14 allergens.
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