Watermelon Chili Hard Candy, 4 OZ
What You Should Know
You might spot this bright watermelon-chili hard candy near the checkout or in the international candy aisle—an impulse buy for road trips, party favor bowls, or a nostalgic treat. It reads playful and adventurous, pairing sweet, tangy, and spicy notes that evoke summer fairs or roadside snack stops. The short ingredient list is nonetheless industrial (sugar, corn syrup, acidulants, flavorings and color extracts) and the candy’s hard, long-lasting texture and added flavor enhancers are typical of ultra-processed confections.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
SUGAR, CORN, SYRUP, CHILI, LIME, SEASONING, (DRIED, CHILI, PEPPERS,, SALT,, DEHYDRATED, LIME, JUICE), CITRIC, ACID, NATURAL, WATERMELON, FLAVOR, COLORED, WITH:, SPIRULINA, EXTRACT, &, TURMERIC, OLEORESIN.
Flagged Ingredients:
- •Spirulina Extract - Artificial coloring
- •Turmeric Oleoresin - Artificial coloring
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains industrial ingredients (corn syrup, concentrated flavors, acidulants, color extracts) and is manufactured into a ready-to-eat candy with added sensory enhancers, fitting the NOVA definition of ultra-processed foods.
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Common Questions about Watermelon Chili Hard Candy, 4 OZ
Well, that depends on your definition of 'healthy'! These candies are low in calories per serving, but they do contain sugar and corn syrup, which means they're more of an occasional treat than a health food. If you're looking for a fun snack that satisfies a sweet tooth with a spicy twist, these might hit the spot!