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Jell-O Gelatin Dessert, Sugar Free Orange
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Jell-O Gelatin Dessert, Sugar Free Orange

Jell-O
0.30 oz
Available at Foodtown
10
Calories
1g
Protein
55mg
Sodium
31
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Jell-O Gelatin Dessert, Sugar Free Orange is a tiny, individually sealed 0.30‑ounce powder packet that lives on the supermarket dessert aisle, typically shelved with other instant gelatin and pudding mixes near cake mixes and boxed dessert ingredients. Bright orange branding and the familiar Jell-O logo cue instant recognition — a family‑friendly, decades‑old American staple associated with kids’ parties, potlucks and retro holiday tables. The product is marketed as zero sugar and low calorie, appealing to calorie‑conscious shoppers and parents looking for an easy, sweet treat without sugar. The label leans on health halos like “zero sugar” and “low calorie,” but contains no organic certification or “natural only” claims; ingredient small print lists sweeteners (aspartame, acesulfame potassium), artificial colors, preservatives and other additives. In plain terms it’s an instant powdered mix: add boiling water, stir, chill four hours and a bright, jiggly gel sets — a simple ritual that evokes childhood nostalgia and quick entertaining. Sensory experience is high‑impact color, a firm but bouncy, glossy gel with a synthetic orange flavor and negligible texture complexity beyond a smooth wobble; servings are spooned from bowls, molded into shapes, or folded into layered desserts, poke cakes and parfaits. Packaging is single‑use, shelf‑stable and convenient for impulse buys or stocking a pantry for last‑minute desserts. From a processing perspective, this is a highly processed, intentionally formulated convenience product built for ease, vivid color and long shelf life rather than whole‑food nutrition.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.25
Servings per Container: 4
Calories10
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium55mg2%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
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

GELATIN,, ADIPIC, ACID,, SODIUM, PHOSPHATE,, MALTODEXTRIN,, FUMARIC, ACID,, ASPARTAME*, (SWEETENER),, CONTAINS, LESS, THAN, 2%, OF, ACESULFAME, POTASSIUM, (SWEETENER),, NATURAL, AND, ARTIFICIAL, FLAVOR,, YELLOW, 6,, SALT,, RED, 40,, BHA, (PRESERVATIVE).*PHENYLKETONURICS:, CONTAINS, PHENYLALANINE..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • BHA - Synthetic preservative
  • Yellow 6 - Artificial coloring
  • Red 40 - Artificial coloring
No PreservativeNo Additive

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?

This is an ultraprocessed product containing industrial ingredients (artificial sweeteners, colors, preservatives, maltodextrin) and little to no intact foods; it is a reconstitutable, formulated mix designed for convenience and shelf stability.

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Common Questions about Jell-O Gelatin Dessert, Sugar Free Orange

Well, that depends on your perspective! At just 10 calories per serving, it’s a low-calorie treat that can satisfy a sweet craving without the sugar rush. However, it does contain artificial ingredients and sweeteners, so if you're looking for something more natural, you might want to explore other options.

Perfect For

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weekend-brunch
movie-night

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