Fresh Papaya Jam
Fresh Papaya Jam transforms ripe backyard papayas into a bright, fruity spread with a gentle citrus lift from orange juice. It’s sweet, vibrant, and perfect for toast, yogurt, or gifting, especially when you’ve got an abundance of papaya to preserve. Serve at breakfast or brunch, or use to glaze cakes and pastries.
- Prep45 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves64
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Fresh Papaya Jam, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 26 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 11 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityPoor
- 36 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
How it scores for each health goal
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- 76
- Heart Health
- 57
- Metabolic
- 24
- Digestive
- 38
- Inflammatory
- 10
- Performance
- 23
- General Wellness
- 1
In a very large pot over medium-high heat, stir together the papaya, orange juice, and pectin until it starts to boil, stirring constantly as it heats. When it boils, stir in the sugar and bring it back to a boil, stirring constantly. Once the jam returns to a boil, start a timer and boil for exactly 1 minute.
- 2
Ladle the hot jam into the hot, sterilized canning jars and seal with lids and rings. Let cool to room temperature, and refrigerate any jars that do not seal.
- Calories 102.8 kcal Moderate 5%
- Protein 0.44 g Low Source 1%
- Carbohydrate 27.11 g 10%
- Total Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Saturated Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 3.13 mg Low Source 0%
- Dietary Fiber 2.3 g Low Source 8%
- Total Sugars 22.75 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 26.14 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Potassium 1.81 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 1.52 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
About This Recipe
Fresh Papaya Jam is made with 4 ingredients and serves 64. It takes about 1 hr 5 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Orange Juice, Papaya, Pectin, and Sugar. Each serving provides about 102.8 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Fresh Papaya Jam made of?
- The main ingredients are Orange Juice, Papaya, Pectin, Sugar. The full list of 4 is above.
- How long does it take to make Fresh Papaya Jam?
- About 1 hr 5 mins in total: 45 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 102.8 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Fresh Papaya Jam easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 4 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Fresh Papaya Jam healthy?
- Fresh Papaya Jam has an easyChef Pro health score of 30/100. Per serving, it provides 102.8 calories and 0.44 g of protein, or 1% of the Daily Value. It contains Citrus, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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