Candied fruit
FDC 167781
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 4 · -77 vs Fruits & juices medianCandied fruit starts as fresh fruit simmered in sugar syrup until it turns glossy and dense, and that process is exactly why it scores 4 of 100 (Low band), ranking 60th of 60 in Fruits & juices. None of its nutrients reach a level worth flagging here; the profile is almost pure sugar rather than the vitamins and fiber that push other fruit higher on the list.
It shows up mainly in fruitcake, stollen, and holiday baking, adding color and chew in small amounts rather than serving as fruit in its own right. At 322 calories per 100 grams and 80.7 grams of sugar per 100 grams, it is high in sugars, so a spoonful goes a long way. Fresh dates, deglet noor variety, sit far higher on the Fruits & juices scale and deliver natural sweetness with less processing.
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 322 kcal | 16% |
| Total fat | 0.07 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 98 mg | 4% |
| Carbohydrate | 83 g | 30% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Sugars | 81 g | |
| Protein | 0.34 g | 1% |
| Potassium | 56 mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 18 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.17 mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 4 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.04 mg | 0% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 167781Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the fruits & juices median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
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