Description
Raspberry & Dark Chocolate Jam
A high-fruit raspberry preserve made with 70% dark chocolate for vibrant berry flavour, smooth cocoa depth and a rich, glossy finish.
Quick answer: Raspberry & Dark Chocolate Jam is a high-fruit preserve combining bright, tangy raspberries with 70% dark chocolate. The fruit remains fresh and vivid, while the chocolate adds smooth cocoa richness and a rounded finish. It is particularly good with croissants, cakes, pancakes and vanilla desserts.
Our Raspberry & Dark Chocolate Jam is made for anyone who loves the classic pairing of sharp, fragrant berries and rich cocoa.
The raspberries bring bright fruit flavour, natural tang and a deep ruby colour. A carefully judged amount of 70% dark chocolate adds depth without masking the fruit.
Handmade in small batches in our Gloucestershire kitchen, the finished jam is glossy, generously fruited and indulgent while remaining unmistakably raspberry-led.
Choose this jam if you enjoy vibrant raspberry flavour followed by smooth, grown-up dark chocolate depth.
Why This Jam Is Special
Juicy raspberries
Bring vibrant berry flavour, freshness and natural tang.
70% dark chocolate
Adds smooth cocoa depth and a rich, rounded finish.
High-fruit preserve
The raspberry remains at the centre of the flavour.
Award winner
Recognised with a Taste of the West Award.
Tasting Notes
Flavour: Bright raspberry with smooth dark chocolate
Sweetness: Rich but balanced by natural berry sharpness
Chocolate: Deep cocoa rather than sugary chocolate
Texture: Glossy and generously fruited
Finish: Fruity at first, followed by rounded cocoa depth
Why Raspberry and Dark Chocolate Work Together
Raspberries have enough natural acidity and fragrance to stand up to dark chocolate. Their freshness cuts through the cocoa richness and keeps the finished jam lively.
The 70% dark chocolate provides depth, smoothness and a gently bitter cocoa note. Because it is used with restraint, it supports the raspberry rather than turning the preserve into a chocolate spread.
The result is richer than a classic raspberry jam, but still bright enough for breakfast as well as cakes, pastries and desserts.
How We Make It
We begin with raspberries and cook them carefully in small batches so their fresh flavour and natural sharpness remain clear.
The dark chocolate is added in a carefully balanced amount, bringing cocoa richness without overwhelming the fruit.
Lemon juice adds further brightness, helping to create a preserve with vivid raspberry flavour and a clean, rounded finish.
How to Enjoy It
- Spread on warm croissants, brioche, toast or crumpets
- Serve with scones and clotted cream
- Spoon over pancakes, waffles or French toast
- Use as a filling for chocolate or vanilla sponge cakes
- Swirl through brownies, cheesecakes or pastry fillings
- Spoon over vanilla ice cream, panna cotta or pavlova
Chef-crafted, small batch, preserving excellence.
Sarah’s Maker’s Note
The raspberry must always come first in this jam. I use 70% dark chocolate to deepen the flavour and add a smooth cocoa finish, but never so much that the fruit becomes lost. It should still taste fresh, vibrant and unmistakably raspberry-led.
Made for Cakes and Desserts
This jam works particularly well in baking because it brings fruit and chocolate flavour in one ingredient. Its rich texture also makes it suitable for layering, swirling and filling.
- Fill a chocolate sponge or Black Forest-style cake
- Swirl through brownie batter before baking
- Use in thumbprint biscuits or sandwich biscuits
- Ripple through cheesecake filling
- Spoon into chocolate tartlets or pastry turnovers
Chef’s Serving Ideas
- Warm gently and drizzle over vanilla ice cream
- Layer with whipped cream and crushed meringue
- Mix with mascarpone for a simple cake filling
- Stir a spoonful into hot chocolate
- Combine with a little balsamic vinegar and serve with strawberries or grilled peaches
Taste of the West Award Winner
Award-Winning Raspberry & Dark Chocolate Jam
Recognised with a Taste of the West Award for its distinctive balance of bright raspberry fruit and rich dark chocolate.
Ingredients and Product Information
Ingredients and fruit information
Ingredients: Raspberries, sugar, 70% dark chocolate, lemon juice.
Dark chocolate ingredients: Cocoa mass, sugar, cocoa butter, emulsifier: soya lecithin, natural vanilla.
Fruit content: High-fruit preserve.
Artificial additives: No artificial colours or flavourings.
Dietary and allergen information
Allergen information: Contains soya.
Dietary information: Suitable for vegetarians by ingredients.
Produced in a kitchen that handles milk, soya and sulphites.
Storage and shelf life
Store unopened in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Once opened, refrigerate and enjoy within four weeks. Always use a clean spoon.
The best-before date is shown on the base of the jar.
Additional information
Jar size: 200 g.
Award: Taste of the West Award winner.
Made in: Our Gloucestershire kitchen.
Please note: Natural raspberry pips may occur.
Raspberry & Dark Chocolate Jam FAQs
What does Raspberry & Dark Chocolate Jam taste like?
It tastes bright and fruity at first, with fresh raspberry tang followed by smooth 70% dark chocolate and a rounded cocoa finish.
Does it taste more like jam or chocolate spread?
It is firmly a raspberry jam. The dark chocolate adds depth and richness, but the fruit remains the leading flavour.
What type of chocolate is used?
The jam is made with 70% dark chocolate, chosen for its smooth cocoa flavour and gently bitter finish.
What can I serve with it?
Serve it with croissants, brioche, scones, pancakes and waffles. It is also excellent with chocolate cake, cheesecake, pavlova, vanilla ice cream and cream-based desserts.
Can I bake with Raspberry & Dark Chocolate Jam?
Yes. Use it in sponge cakes, brownies, pastries, sandwich biscuits, thumbprint biscuits, cheesecakes and chocolate tarts.
Does this jam contain allergens?
Yes. The dark chocolate contains soya lecithin, so the jam contains soya. It is also produced in a kitchen that handles milk, soya and sulphites.
Is it handmade?
Yes. Raspberry & Dark Chocolate Jam is handmade in small batches at The Artisan Kitchen in Gloucestershire.
Is it suitable for vegetarians?
Yes. Raspberry & Dark Chocolate Jam is suitable for vegetarians by ingredients.
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Read our Chef’s Notes for flavour pairings and serving ideas.
Sending as a gift? Add this award-winning jam to one of our jam and marmalade gifts. We can hand-wrap your order and include a handwritten note, with no pricing inside the parcel.
tosca30 –
I have given this jam five stars even though I did not enjoy it, sorry. The full stars are for the intense flavour, truly a jar full of raspberries topped of with chocolate. Unfortunately raspberries are not my favourite fruit but any lover of the fruit will be very happy when they buy the jam. Sarah, thank you for the gift, I have given the jar to my daughter who loves raspberries.
sheila martin –
I bought this for my son as raspberry and chocolate his two favourite ingredients
It’s a huge hit amazing on croissants
lpalmer62 –
Delicious. Used this jam as base for a Manchester Tart, fruity raspberries with just a hint of chocolate. Also added a large spoonful to my morning porridge, just amazing. Smooth consistency bursting with flavour.
Fiona Anderson –
A must have for raspberry lovers! I love the consistency, its smooth but also stays nice and thick so you get a good mouthful! Beautiful flavour!