Customer Reviews

Nature's Hollow Apricot Preserves, 10 Ounces

5 star:		(3)
4 star:		(1)
3 star:		(0)
2 star:		(0)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

I've tried other low-carb, sugar-free spreads/preserves/jams in the past, and I've hated them all. I remember buying Steel's cause a slew of low-carbers recommended it,and I ended up throwing out the jars I got. Horrible. Chemically.

This actually made me stop and go, "Wow, this is pleasant."

Let's face it, it's not regular, sugar-laden preserves with that thick, luxurious texture. But it's also only 20 cals per tablespoon and doesn't spike your sugar. If you have diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome, insulin issues, or are just a low-carb dieter (or dieter in general), this line of preserves is worth checking out.

The Lowdown: I first used it on plain old toast over Smart Balance (I love the combo of fat spread with sweet spread, whether it's cream cheese and grape jelly or butter and jam.) It was very nice. The spread is thinner than I expect preserves to be--like a thickish fruit coulis, fruit puree, sort of thing. The taste is very fruity, apricotty, with an acidic edge. That's the reason I removed a star--the thinnish texture and slightly overacidic bite. However, I don't want to exaggerate either. It was a good flavor and a nice addition to breakfast. Also nice over low-fat waffles and pancakes, if you go for that sort of thing.

I want to try the strawberry and blueberry, and I foresee that this might become a staple in my pantry. Finally, a lower carb, sugar-free preserve that I can enjoy.

Update: I'm switching my rating to 5 stars. I'm just enjoying this more and more. Maybe my spring allergies affected my perception of the flavor, cause since my congestion eased, this tastes BETTER. I'm almost done with the jar and next time will stock up with 3. Yum.

I am very happy with this product...tastes great, no sugar. Worth every penny to know that I'm eating something good for me. Shipping was quick, too. Will def order again!

I highly recommend this! It is the best low carb jam I have tried. It is real fruit and tastes excellent!

I've searched far and wide for good low carb food stuffs and have only found a few that are truly edible. The Nature's Hollow line, though, is remarkable - not just because it tastes good as a sugar free jam/preserve, but in my opinion the Apricot and, especially the Strawberry flavors are what I'd eat if I didn't eat low carb. The flavors are bold and fresh. The blueberry can be a bit syrupy but the raspberry, strawberry, and apricot are pretty good. Though, I recommend keeping all of them in the fridge. Personally, I combine the preserves with a tablespoon of Trader Joe's Sunflower Seed Butter over a La Tortilla Factory low-carb tortilla and I've got a high-fiber, healthy fat, low carb treat that's tough to beat.