
Popsicle Ice Pops, Tropicals, Sugar Free 18 ea
What You Should Know
Popsicle Tropicals Sugar Free 18-count is a freezer-aisle staple: a box of individually wrapped, stick-style ice pops youd grab from the frozen novelties section next to ice cream bars and other novelty pops. The packaging signals kid-friendly fun with bright tropical color cues and nostalgia-first branding from Popsicle, a heritage name associated with summer, schoolyard treats, and simple pleasure. These pops are positioned as a low-calorie, no-sugar-added alternative for families and calorie-conscious shoppers; label copy highlights sugar free and low-calorie benefits and points to natural color sources like vegetable juice, annatto and turmeric, but there is no organic certification. Ingredient choices — glycerin, maltodextrin, stabilizing gums and high-intensity sweeteners such as aspartame and acesulfame potassium — indicate a highly processed manufacturing approach, described plainly on the label as a manufactured frozen novelty rather than a fresh fruit product. Sensory experience is icy and slushy rather than creamy, with a quick cold snap on the tongue and a tidy melt; bright, concentrated tropical flavors are delivered through natural and artificial flavor blends. Rituals include after-school cooling, poolside sharing, party platters or portion-controlled dessert swaps; the individual wrappers make them convenient for lunchboxes or road trips. The brand leans on nostalgia and approachable value, targeting parents who want a playful treat for kids without added sugar, while relying on modern ingredient technology to deliver shelf stability, consistent color and predictable flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Water,, Glycerin,, Maltodextrin, (Corn),, Less, than, 2%, of:, Citric, Acid,, Guar, Gum,, Aspartame*,, Acesulfame, Potassium,, Locust, Bean, Gum,, Ascorbic, Acid, (Vitamin, C),, Natural, and, Artificial, Flavors,, Vegetable, Juice,, Annatto, Extract, and, Turmeric, Oleoresin, (for, Color)., *, Phenylketonurics:, Contains, Phenylalanine..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •Annatto Extract - Artificial coloring
- •Turmeric Oleoresin - Artificial coloring
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains refined ingredients, multiple additives (glycerin, maltodextrin, gums), and artificial high-intensity sweeteners and flavors, consistent with ultra-processed food classification (NOVA 4).
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Common Questions about Popsicle Ice Pops, Tropicals, Sugar Free 18 ea
Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective! These pops are low in calories, with just 45 per serving, making them a refreshing treat without a hefty calorie load. However, they do contain artificial sweeteners, which some folks prefer to avoid. So, if you're looking for a guilt-free indulgence on a hot day, they fit the bill, but balance is key!
