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Del Monte Fruit Naturals Cup, Peach Chunks
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Del Monte Fruit Naturals Cup, Peach Chunks

Del Monte
7 oz
Available at Foodtown
100
Calories
1g
Protein
23g
Sugars
10mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
10
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Del Monte Fruit Naturals Peach Chunks arrive in bright, single-serve 7 oz plastic cups that you’re most likely to find in the canned and shelf-stable fruit aisle or the grab-and-go refrigerated shelf near applesauce and other fruit cups. Shelved next to canned peaches, fruit cocktail and snack packs, these cups are marketed as a convenient, on-the-go fruit option for busy shoppers. They fit shopping trips where speed and portability matter — back-to-school lunch runs, road-trip snack supplies, quick picnic add-ons, or a simple topping for a weekend yogurt bowl or smoothie. The Del Monte brand positions this product as a trusted, family-friendly staple: familiar yellow-and-green branding evokes pantry basics and multigenerational trust, aimed at parents seeking an easy way to add fruit to kids’ meals and at time-pressed adults wanting a ready portion. Labels emphasize “Fruit Naturals,” “packed at peak of ripeness,” and a Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) antioxidant note, creating a health-halo effect without organic certification; “natural flavor” appears on the ingredient list but there’s no organic or non-GMO seal. In plain terms this is a processed, shelf-ready fruit cup — peaches preserved in extra light syrup with citric and ascorbic acid for freshness. Sensory details: tender, slightly syrupy peach chunks with a soft, yielding bite and bright, sweet aroma; the clear plastic cup and peel-off lid make it a quick ritual — pop the lid, spoon out a portion, or pour it over cereal, yogurt, or ice cream. It’s a nostalgic, practical convenience product rooted in everyday American grocery culture, offering sweetness and ease more than culinary novelty.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 1
Calories100
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium10mg0%
Total Carbohydrate25g9%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars23g
Added Sugars17g34%
Protein1g
* 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

Peaches,, Water,, Cane, Sugar,, Natural, Flavor,, Ascorbic, Acid,, Citric, Acid..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

This is a processed food (NOVA 3): whole fruit preserved in syrup with added sugar and acidity regulators (ascorbic and citric acid) and a natural flavor, rather than a minimally processed or highly industrially reformulated product.

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Common Questions about Del Monte Fruit Naturals Cup, Peach Chunks

The Del Monte Fruit Naturals Cup is a tasty snack option, but calling it 'healthy' depends on your perspective. It has natural peach chunks and some added sugar, which gives it a sweet flavor. If you’re looking for a quick fruit fix, it’s a decent choice, but if you’re trying to cut down on sugar, you might want to enjoy it in moderation.

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