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Twizzlers Cherry Nibs
Snacks, Chips & Dips
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Twizzlers Cherry Nibs

TWIZZLERS
6 oz
Available at Foodtown
110
Calories
1g
Protein
15g
Sugars
50mg
Sodium
38
Ingredients

What You Should Know

TWIZZLERS Cherry Nibs arrive on shelves in a small 6 oz plastic bag you'd most often find in the candy aisle or near checkout impulse displays, shelved beside other bite-sized confections, licorice varieties, and seasonal candy offerings. The brand leans into playful, snackable moments—single-bite pieces that promise bright cherry flavor without committing to a full-size candy. They fit in lunchboxes, movie-night bowls, road-trip snack mixes, and party candy dishes; shoppers toss a bag into carts for casual entertaining, kid-friendly treats, or quick sweet cravings. TWIZZLERS occupies a nostalgic corner of American snack culture: a mainstream, mass-market confection with cross-generational recognition and advertising aimed at families and young people who remember Twizzlers as a childhood staple. The label leans on kid-friendly cues—bold red color, flavor-forward language, and a low-fat kosher claim—while also including standard processed-food disclaimers like “natural and artificial flavor” and artificial color (Red 40); there’s no organic or clean-label certification. In plain terms, these are highly processed chewy candies formulated for consistent texture, long shelf life, and uniform color. Sensory notes: bright cherry aroma, sweet upfront sugar, a slightly elastic, chewy nib texture that yields quickly, and a glossy, uniformly colored surface. Packaging is a lightweight, portable pouch meant for quick grabbing and sharing; eating is casual and ritualistic—pop a nib or two between activities, sprinkle a few on desserts, or let kids handful them at parties. The product’s story is convenience-forward, indulgent, and steeped in familiar candy-brand identity.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 22.0
Servings per Container: 5
Calories110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium50mg2%
Total Carbohydrate25g9%
Total Sugars15g
Added Sugars15g30%
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

CORN, SYRUP;, SUGAR;, ENRICHED, WHEAT, FLOUR, [FLOUR;, NIACIN;, FERROUS, SULFATE;, THIAMIN, MONONITRATE;, RIBOFLAVIN;, FOLIC, ACID];, CORNSTARCH;, PALM, OIL;, CONTAINS, 2%, OR, LESS, OF:, SALT;, NATURAL, AND, ARTIFICIAL, FLAVOR;, CITRIC, ACID;, ARTIFICIAL, COLOR, [RED, 40];, MINERAL, OIL;, LECITHIN, (SOY).

Flagged Ingredients:

  • palm oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • Red 40 - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Additive

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

The ingredient list is dominated by industrial ingredients and additives (corn syrup, sugar, artificial colors/flavors, palm oil, mineral oil), characteristic of ultra-processed foods designed for texture, sweetness, and shelf stability.

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Common Questions about Twizzlers Cherry Nibs

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective! Twizzlers Cherry Nibs are definitely a fun treat, but they’re high in sugar and made with corn syrup and enriched wheat flour. If you’re looking for a snack that packs a nutritional punch, you might want to consider options with more fiber or protein.

Perfect For

movie-night
road-trip
back-to-school

Vibe:

nostalgicindulgentconvenient
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