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Jell-O Sugar Free Raspberry Low Calorie Gelatin Snacks
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Jell-O Sugar Free Raspberry Low Calorie Gelatin Snacks

Jell-O
12.50 oz
Available at Foodtown
10
Calories
1g
Protein
40mg
Sodium
30
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Jell-O Sugar Free Raspberry Low Calorie Gelatin Snacks are the familiar bright-red, single-serve gelatin cups sold in sleeves of four — an archetype of American convenience desserts. On the shelf you’ll usually find them in the snack/dessert aisle near pudding cups, fruit snacks and other ready-to-eat refrigerated or shelf-stable snack cups; they also sit close to diet or sugar-free items. This product is positioned as a guilt-minimizing, family-friendly treat: the Jell-O brand evokes nostalgia for childhood snacks and school lunches while the “zero sugar / low calorie” callouts aim at adults managing calories or sugar intake. The label leans on health halos like “zero sugar,” “low calorie,” “fat free,” and notes kosher suitability, even while listing artificial colors, sweeteners and flavors — there are no organic or natural-only claims. In plain terms it is a highly processed, ready-to-eat gelatin dessert made from gelatin, acids, salt, artificial sweeteners (aspartame, acesulfame potassium), and synthetic colors (Red 40, Blue 1). Sensory-wise the cups offer a cold, wobbly, translucent gel with a clean, tart raspberry aroma and a sweetener aftertaste; texture is smooth and jiggles on the spoon. Packaging is individual plastic cups with foil lids in a cardboard sleeve, encouraging grab-and-go use: pop one into a lunchbox, scoop it at a party, or enjoy it as an after-dinner light dessert. The ritual is quick and casual — peel, spoon, and dispose — which helps explain why these gelatin cups remain a staple for parents, dieters, and anyone looking for an inexpensive, portable sweet fix.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 4
Calories10
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium40mg2%
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

WATER,, GELATIN,, ADIPIC, ACID, AND, CITRIC, ACID, (FOR, TARTNESS),, SODIUM, CITRATE, (CONTROLS, ACIDITY),, ASPARTAME*, AND, ACESULFAME, POTASSIUM, (SWEETENERS),, SALT,, RED, 40,, NATURAL, AND, ARTIFICIAL, FLAVOR,, BLUE, 1., *PHENYLKETONURICS:, CONTAINS, PHENYLALANINE.

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Red 40 - Artificial coloring
  • Blue 1 - Artificial coloring
No 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?

Contains multiple industrial ingredients (artificial sweeteners, colors, flavors, acidity regulators) and is a ready-to-eat product with extensive processing, consistent with NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed).

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Common Questions about Jell-O Sugar Free Raspberry Low Calorie Gelatin Snacks

That's a great question! The Jell-O Sugar Free Raspberry is low in calories—just 10 per serving—which might make it seem like a guilt-free treat. However, 'healthy' can be subjective; it's low in sugar and fat, but it's also processed and contains artificial sweeteners. So, if you're looking for a snack that's low-calorie, it can fit into a balanced diet, but it's not a substitute for whole foods.

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