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Paradise Fruits Mix
Cooking & Baking
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Paradise Fruits Mix

Paradise
32 oz
Available at Foodtown
90
Calories
0g
Protein
14g
Sugars
16mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
40
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Paradise Fruits Mix is a bright, 32 oz jar of candied citrus and cherries that reads like a vintage baking pantry staple with modern convenience. You'd find it stacked in the canned/packaged fruit aisle or near the baking and cake-decorating section, alongside maraschino cherries, glaze jars, and holiday candied peel. It fits shopping trips for holiday baking, special-occasion dessert prep, or quick pantry top-ups for nostalgic snacking. The brand leans into tropical, family-friendly imagery — "Paradise" evokes sunlit flavor and old-fashioned recipes — positioning the product toward home bakers, families, and shoppers looking for an easy way to make fruitcakes, panettone, or colorful cupcakes. The label mixes wholesome cues (whole fruit names prominently listed) with bright kid-friendly colors and a hint of convenience messaging; there are no organic seals, and a small-print “natural and artificial flavor” claim contrasts with clear artificial colorings and syrups. In plain terms this is a highly processed, shelf-stable candied fruit mix preserved and sweetened for long life. Sensory notes: pieces are glossy, sticky, and syrupy — chewy citrus peel, soft maraschino-style cherries, and densified pineapple with a snap of preserved lemon rind. Packaging is typically a clear plastic jar with a screw lid or metal-lidded tub, a spoon-and-scoop ritual for holiday bowls or cake batter, and a child-pleasing pop of color when opened. Expect a sugary aroma, bright artificial hues, and a texture that bridges chewy candy and tender preserved fruit.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2.0 tbsp
Servings per Container: 30
Calories90
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium16mg1%
Total Carbohydrate23g8%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars14g
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

Orange, and, Lemon, Peel,, Cherries,, Pineapple,, Citron,, Corn, Syrup,, High, Fructose, Corn, Syrup,, Citric, Acid,, FD&C, Red, 40,, FD&C, Blue, 1,, FD&C, Yellow, 5., Natural, and, Artificial, Flavor., Preserved, with:, 1/10, of, 1%, Benzoate, of, Soda,, Sorbic, Acid,, Sulfur, Dioxide..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Benzoate of Soda - Synthetic preservative
  • Sorbic Acid - Synthetic preservative
  • Sulfur Dioxide - Synthetic preservative
  • FD&C Red 40 - Artificial coloring
  • FD&C Blue 1 - Artificial coloring
  • FD&C Yellow 5 - 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?

Contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives (high fructose corn syrup, corn syrup, artificial colors and flavors, and synthetic preservatives) and is formulated and processed for long shelf life, consistent with ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Paradise Fruits Mix

Well, that really depends on your definition of healthy! The Paradise Fruits Mix contains a fair amount of sugar, mostly from the corn syrup and high fructose corn syrup, so if you’re watching your sugar intake, you might want to enjoy this as an occasional treat rather than a staple.

Perfect For

holiday-baking
movie-night
road-trip

Vibe:

nostalgicindulgentconvenient
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