Jam is a food made from fruits or other ingredients which are processed and made into a thick paste with the addition of sugar or other sweeteners. The process of making jam involves cooking or boiling the base ingredients until they reach a thicker, creamier consistency.
Jam is generally made by chopping or crushing fresh fruit and then cooking it together with sugar or other sweeteners, such as honey or syrup. Heating helps break down fruit fibers, evaporates excess water, and gives the jam its characteristic thick texture. Some jams may also contain additives such as pectin as a thickener or preservative to increase shelf life.