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Rayge Krabby Patty Peg
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Rayge Krabby Patty Peg

Nickelodeon
2.54 oz
Available at Foodtown
100
Calories
1g
Protein
14g
Sugars
0mg
Sodium
35
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Nickelodeon Rayge Krabby Patty Peg is a small, licensed novelty candy — a 2.54 oz bag of glossy, character-shaped gummies sold under a familiar kids’ entertainment brand. In a typical American grocery store you’ll find it in the candy aisle, on seasonal endcaps (Halloween, back-to-school), or on eye-level racks near checkout with other character-branded sweets and party favors. Shoppers pick it up for quick treats, school lunchbox surprises, road-trip snacks, or as inexpensive party bag fillers. The Nickelodeon name and a SpongeBob-adjacent aesthetic position this product squarely toward children and parents buying for kids: bright, playful packaging, familiar characters and bold colors create a kid-friendly health halo despite few wholesome claims on the label. There are no organic or natural certifications; the front-of-package messaging leans on branding and fun rather than health. Ingredient and processing context: this is a highly processed confection made from syrups, gelatin and gums, artificial colors and flavors, sweeteners and glazing agents — industrially formulated for texture, shelf stability and shine. Sensory details: each peg is chewy and bouncy with a slightly sticky, glossy exterior from palm oil/carnauba wax glazing; flavor is intensely sweet with a tart citrus lift from citric and malic acids and a pronounced artificial-fruit aroma. The ritual is familiar — kids tearing open a small bag at home, in the car, or sharing at sleepovers — and its compact size, vivid colors and licensed branding make it an impulsive, celebratory snack rather than a staple of a regular diet. Nutrition calls out about 100 calories and roughly 14 g sugar per package, underscoring its status as an occasional indulgence.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 3.0
Servings per Container: 2.5
Calories100
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate23g8%
Total Sugars14g
Added Sugars14g28%
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

Glucose, Syrup,, Sugar,, Gelatin,, Sorbitol,, Modified, Corn, Starch,, Citric, Acid,, Agar,, Malic, Acid,, Artificial, Flavors,, Glazing, Agent, (Palm, Oil,, Carnauba, Wax),, Sodium, Citrate,, Artificial, Colors, (Titanium, Dioxide,, Yellow, 5,, Yellow, 6,, Red, 40,, Blue, 1)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Palm Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Palm Oil - Processed emulsifier
  • Yellow 5 - Artificial coloring
  • Yellow 6 - Artificial coloring
  • Red 40 - Artificial coloring
  • Blue 1 - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo 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 and additives (glucose syrup, sorbitol, modified starch, artificial colors/flavors, glazing agents) characteristic of ultraprocessed foods, formulated for texture, color and long shelf life.

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Common Questions about Rayge Krabby Patty Peg

Well, that depends on your perspective! With 100 calories and 14 grams of added sugars per serving, it’s definitely a treat rather than a health food. If you're looking for a fun snack to enjoy occasionally, it fits the bill, but if you're aiming for a nutrient-dense diet, you might want to save it for a special occasion.

Perfect For

back-to-school
movie-night
road-trip

Vibe:

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