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Dannon Danimals Smoothies, 6 Pack, Strawberry Explosion
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Dannon Danimals Smoothies, 6 Pack, Strawberry Explosion

Danimals
18.60 foz
Available at Foodtown
60
Calories
2g
Protein
9g
Sugars
35mg
Sodium
40
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Dannon Danimals Smoothies Strawberry Explosion arrive in the refrigerated dairy aisle, shelved alongside drinkable yogurts, single-serve yogurt cups and other kids' refrigerated beverages near lunchbox staples. Packaged as small plastic bottles in a six-pack, they are designed to be grabbed during weekly grocery runs, tossed into a lunchbox on back-to-school mornings, or stashed in a cooler for road trips and after-school activities. The brand leans into playful, child-focused positioning — bright labels, simple flavor names and thumb-friendly bottles — while speaking to parents with nutrient claims like “good source of calcium and vitamin D,” “2 grams protein,” and “no high fructose corn syrup.” The label promotes natural flavors and fruit & vegetable juice for color but does not carry organic certification. Ingredients list shows cultured low-fat milk, added cane sugar and functional additives such as modified food starch and milk minerals, signaling a processed, formulated dairy snack. Sensory notes: chilled and creamy with a smooth, sippable texture and a distinctly sweet strawberry aroma and taste; the bottle-and-straw ritual makes it an easy grab-and-go treat for kids. In plain terms, this product is a convenience-oriented, child-targeted dairy beverage that blends real dairy with added sugars and texture stabilizers; it’s processed to be shelf-friendly, uniform in flavor, and visually appealing to families. Use scenarios emphasize convenience, portion control for kids, and a quick, familiar snack during school days, sports practices and family travel.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 6
Calories60
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0.5g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Cholesterol5mg2%
Sodium35mg2%
Total Carbohydrate11g4%
Total Sugars9g
Protein2g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

CULTURED, GRADE, A, LOW, FAT, MILK,, WATER,, CANE, SUGAR,, MODIFIED, FOOD, STARCH,, CONTAINS, LESS, THAN, 1%, OF, MILK, MINERALS,, FRUIT, &, VEGETABLE, JUICE, (FOR, COLOR),, NATURAL, FLAVORS,, LEMON, JUICE, CONCENTRATE,, VITAMIN, D3,, ACTIVE, YOGURT, CULTURES, S., THERMOPHILUS, &, L., BULGARICUS..

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial additives (modified food starch, natural flavors), added sugars and reformulated ingredients beyond basic milk and fruit, fitting NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed).

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Common Questions about Dannon Danimals Smoothies, 6 Pack, Strawberry Explosion

The Strawberry Explosion smoothie has some appealing qualities, like being low in calories (just 60 per serving!) and containing live yogurt cultures, which can be great for gut health. However, it's not exactly a superfood — it has added sugar (though not a crazy amount) and is relatively low in protein. It could be a fun, sweet treat, especially for kids, but it shouldn't replace more nutrient-dense options in their diet.

Perfect For

back-to-school
road-trip
after-school

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