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High-sugar processed cherry-flavored candy
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Cup cherry-flavored candy (6 g) has 23 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.8 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 78 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 6 g
23
KCAL / 6G
Carbs
5.8g
· 2% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 23 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5.8 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 6 g | 23 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 4 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 8 g | 31 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 12 g | 47 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 30 g | 117 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 35 g | 137 kcal |
| 10 piece (large) | 60 g | 234 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 70 g | 273 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 140 g | 546 kcal |
Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.
Not necessarily; the cherry taste may come from flavoring rather than fruit. Check the ingredient list to see whether cherries or cherry juice are included, since a cherry flavor by itself does not mean the candy contains cherries.
Yes, the cup shape is part of the candy, not a separate serving vessel. Remove any wrapper before eating it; the molded candy is meant to be eaten rather than used to hold a drink.
The sugary candy mixture is shaped in a mold that gives it a tiny cup-like form. The shape is decorative, so it does not make the candy a functional cup or indicate that it has a hollow center.
You can, but cup cherry-flavored candy is not designed as a drink sweetener. It may dissolve and change the drink’s flavor or color; serving it alongside tea or coffee lets it keep its distinctive shape.
The cup shape does not mean there is a cherry filling inside. Some candies may have a center, but you cannot tell from the shape alone; check the product description or ingredients for a filling.
The cup shape makes cup cherry-flavored candy visually distinctive and fun to serve. It is a novelty design, not a sign that the candy is meant to be filled or that it has a special cherry preparation.
Keep cup cherry-flavored candy in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry place. Moisture can make it sticky, while heat can soften or deform the molded shape; follow any storage directions on its packaging.
It can, because sugary candy may cling to teeth. Drinking water after eating it can help clear some residue, and regular brushing matters; frequent exposure to sugary foods raises the risk of tooth decay.
Hard candy can pose a choking risk for toddlers, so cup cherry-flavored candy may not be appropriate for them. Consider the child’s age and chewing ability, and supervise closely if they are eating any hard candy.
People with diabetes should treat cup cherry-flavored candy as a sugary food that can raise blood glucose. Whether it fits their meal plan depends on their individual care needs, so they can ask their doctor or dietitian for tailored guidance.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Sodium
1.2mg · 0% DV
Iron
0.01mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0.3mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.12mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 23 calories in 1 piece (small) (6 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Cup cherry-flavored candy is a sweet shaped like a little cup and flavoured to taste of cherry. Its main appeal is its sugary, fruity taste and small, ready-to-eat form. It can be enjoyed on its own, offered with tea, or kept as an occasional sweet after a meal; serving customs vary by household and region.
It is mostly carbohydrate, with 97 g per 100 g, and offers little protein or fibre. One small piece is typically about 6 g, so it can be an easy way to have a little sweetness without taking a large portion. Pair it with unsweetened tea or have it alongside fruit if you want a less sugary snack overall.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.