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Nesquik Strawberry Powder
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Nesquik Strawberry Powder

Nesquik
9.38 oz
Available at Foodtown
60
Calories
0g
Protein
14g
Sugars
15mg
Sodium
15
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Nesquik Strawberry Powder is a bright, kid-oriented powdered drink mix typically shelved in the beverage and powdered-mixes aisle of American supermarkets, alongside hot cocoa, chocolate Nesquik, and other flavoring powders and instant drink mixes. You’ll spot the small reclosable plastic canister with a screw-top and bold pink graphics — often featuring playful character branding — aimed at breakfast cupboards and pantry shelves. It fits routine grocery trips for families stocking breakfasts, after-school snacks, or quick party drinks; think back-to-school mornings, weekend brunches where kids want something sweet, or an easy movie-night beverage. Brand positioning leans heavily into nostalgia and family-focused convenience: Nesquik trades on decades of association with childhood, playful mascots, and an image of making milk more enticing to kids, marketed toward parents buying for children. Label claims emphasize “no high fructose corn syrup,” “no artificial sweeteners or colors” and notes that color comes from natural sources (beet juice concentrate), creating a mild health-halo despite the product being mostly sugar. There’s no organic certification. In plain language, this is a highly processed powdered drink mix produced industrially from refined sugar, flavorings, acids and a color concentrate. Sensory notes: the powder is fine and free-flowing, brightly colored; when stirred into cold milk it dissolves quickly into smooth, vividly pink strawberry-flavored milk with a pronounced sweet, artificially fruity aroma and taste. The ritual is simple and tactile—measure two heaping tablespoons, add to a glass of milk, stir or shake, and serve—making it a convenient, comforting addition to family routines and quick snacks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2 tbsp
Servings per Container: 19
Calories60
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium15mg1%
Total Carbohydrate14g5%
Total Sugars14g
Added Sugars14g28%
Protein0g
* 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

SUGAR,, BEET, JUICE, CONCENTRATE, (FOR, COLOR),, LESS, THAN, 2%, OF, ARTIFICIAL, FLAVOR,, CITRIC, ACID,, SALT..

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?

The product is a powdered flavored mix made from refined sugar, concentrated juice for color, artificial flavors and additives, indicative of an ultra-processed food (NOVA 4). Its industrial formulation and use of additives and flavorings support this classification.

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Common Questions about Nesquik Strawberry Powder

Well, that depends on your definition of 'healthy'! It’s certainly a fun treat, but with 14 grams of added sugars per serving, it’s not something you'd want to have every day, especially if you’re watching your sugar intake. It can be a delightful addition to a balanced diet, just keep it in moderation!

Perfect For

back-to-school
weekend-brunch
movie-night

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