Quick answer: Trader Joe's Raspberry Preserves is a 17.5 oz (496 g) fruit preserve made with raspberries, sugars, lemon juice concentrate and fruit pectin, according to HIOOL's current product listing. It is a practical spread for toast, sandwiches, oatmeal and baking. The listing reports 50 calories and 12 g added sugars per 1-tablespoon serving. For ingredient restrictions or dietary certifications, check the physical jar rather than relying on assumptions about fruit preserves.
What Is Trader Joe's Raspberry Preserves?
This product is a raspberry fruit preserve sold in a 17.5 oz (496 g) glass jar. Preserves are intended to be used as a spread or ingredient rather than eaten in the same way as fresh raspberries. The product's “made with fresh raspberries” wording is part of its name; it does not establish a nutritional advantage over every other raspberry spread.
HIOOL's current product information identifies Canada as the country of origin and OU Pareve as the kosher marking. Those are label-related details for this listing, not a promise that packaging or certifications cannot change.
Ingredients: What Does the Current Label Information Say?
The ingredients in the current listing are: Raspberries, Liquid Sugar (Sugar, Water), Sugar, and 2% or less of Lemon Juice Concentrate and Fruit Pectin.
Raspberries are the named fruit ingredient. Sugar and liquid sugar are both listed; fruit pectin is commonly used in preserves to help establish their spreadable consistency. Lemon juice concentrate is included in the ingredient statement. The listing does not establish a specific percentage of raspberry content, so this guide does not invent one.
Do not infer certified gluten-free, celiac-safe, vegan-certified, or allergen-free status from a short ingredient list. Anyone who needs a specific certification or is managing an allergy should consult the jar itself for the current declaration.
Nutrition Facts at a Glance
According to HIOOL's current product information, the serving size is 1 tablespoon (20 g) and the jar contains approximately 25 servings. Each listed serving contains:
- 50 calories
- 0 g total fat
- 0 mg sodium
- 13 g total carbohydrate
- 1 g dietary fiber
- 12 g total sugar, including 12 g added sugar
- 0 g protein
These values apply to the serving size shown, not automatically to an entire slice of toast or finished dessert. If you use two tablespoons, the quantity consumed is greater than one label serving. Compare the Nutrition Facts panels when choosing among regular and reduced-sugar preserves; a “reduced sugar” product is not automatically interchangeable in flavor, sweetness, or texture.
Five Useful Ways to Serve Raspberry Preserves
1. Toast, bagels and breakfast bread
Spread a measured amount onto toast, an English muffin, or a bagel. It pairs naturally with butter or a mild creamy spread when those foods fit your preferences. Starting with a small quantity makes it easier to control sweetness rather than automatically applying a thick layer.
2. Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches
Raspberry preserves can provide the fruit component in a peanut butter sandwich or another nut- or seed-butter sandwich. If serving someone with allergies, check all the ingredients in the finished sandwich, not only the preserves. The amount used will change the sweetness and the sandwich's total nutrition.
3. Oatmeal or plain yogurt
Stir a little preserves into plain oatmeal or spoon it over yogurt as a fruit-flavored topping. Mix a small amount first and taste before adding more. Because the preserves contain added sugar, this works best as an intentional topping rather than treating them as equivalent to unsweetened whole fruit.
4. Baking fillings and dessert layers
Use a modest amount to fill sandwich cookies, layer a cake, or finish a baked dessert where the recipe specifies jam or preserves. The filling can change how the dessert bakes and holds together, so follow the recipe's quantities and instructions. Do not assume every jam filling recipe accepts a direct substitution without changes.
5. Cheese boards and simple desserts
Place a small portion alongside cheese or use as a finishing touch for a dessert. Keep the preserves separate until serving so guests can decide how much they want. A modest amount can make it easy to compare combinations without committing the entire jar.
How to Choose Between Regular and Reduced-Sugar Preserves
Start with your intended use. A regular preserve can fit a recipe specifically calling for standard jam or fruit preserves. If added sugar is an important consideration, compare the labels of the exact jars you are evaluating rather than assuming all raspberry preserves use the same recipe. Look at serving size, grams of added sugar, ingredient order, jar size, and any dietary certifications that matter to you.
The phrase “made with fresh raspberries” is not a complete nutritional comparison. The best choice depends on the actual ingredient and Nutrition Facts panels as well as the recipe you plan to make.
Storage and Handling
The current HIOOL product information says to refrigerate after opening and keep the lid securely closed. Follow the physical jar for best-by information and any additional directions. The listing does not provide a verified number of days for opened storage, so this guide does not assign one.
Use a clean utensil when serving preserves, and avoid using any product with signs of spoilage. Since this is a glass jar, inspect the delivery for damage before using its contents and contact HIOOL if a shipment arrives damaged.
Frequently Asked Questions
How large is the jar?
17.5 oz (496 g), according to the current product listing.
What are the main ingredients?
The listing names raspberries, liquid sugar, sugar, and small amounts of lemon juice concentrate and fruit pectin.
How much added sugar is in one serving?
The current listing reports 12 g added sugars per 1-tablespoon (20 g) serving.
Is the preserve kosher?
HIOOL's current product information identifies OU Pareve. Check the current jar for the actual marking.
Is it certified gluten-free or vegan?
The current product details do not establish those certifications. Consult the physical package for any dietary claim you need to verify.
Does it need refrigeration?
Yes, after opening, according to the current product information. Keep the jar closed and follow the label.
Where can I request this product?
View Trader Joe's Raspberry Preserves at HIOOL Goods for the current listing and ordering options.
About HIOOL Goods
HIOOL is an independent personal-shopping and order-fulfillment service. Subject to retail availability and checkout eligibility, HIOOL obtains requested items from U.S. Trader Joe's retail stores, packs eligible orders, and arranges shipment. HIOOL is not affiliated with, authorized by, sponsored by, or endorsed by Trader Joe's. HIOOL prices reflect its separate sourcing, shopping, packing, handling and fulfillment services and are not Trader Joe's in-store prices.