Kroger, GRAPE JELLY, GRAPE
* The % Daily Value 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.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sodium, Na | 25 MG | 1% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in fat (0g per 100g).
About GRAPE JELLY, GRAPE
Smart Way Grape Jelly is a fruit spread sold under The Kroger Co.'s Smart Way value private-label brand, offering a budget-tier grape jelly in the tradition of conventional American grape jellies. The product is formulated with HFCS as its primary sweetener.
Grape juice forms the fruit base, providing the characteristic Concord grape flavor that defines American-style grape jelly. High-fructose corn syrup is the primary sweetener, followed by additional corn syrup for texture contribution. Fruit pectin provides the gelling structure that distinguishes jelly (a clear, firm gel) from jam (a set spread containing fruit pieces). Citric acid adjusts pH for optimal pectin gel formation and provides tartness. Sodium citrate buffers the acid system to maintain pH stability and extend shelf life.
The use of HFCS as the primary sweetener rather than conventional sugar or fruit-derived sweeteners is a formulation common in value-tier spreads. No artificial colors or flavors are added, as the grape juice provides natural color and flavor.
A 20-gram serving provides 50 calories. Per 100 grams: 250 calories, 65 grams carbohydrates (almost entirely from sugars), zero protein, fat, and fiber. The high sugar content reflects the concentrated sweetness necessary for proper jelly gel formation and preservation. Allergens: none from major U.S. categories. The product is vegan and gluten-free. The dual-HFCS-and-corn-syrup sweetener approach is a cost optimization common in budget jelly formulations.
Ingredients
GRAPE JUICE, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, CORN SYRUP, FRUIT PECTIN, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM CITRATE.
Dietary Information
GRAPE JELLY, GRAPE is considered low-fat, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Calorie Breakdown
At 250 calories per 100 grams, GRAPE JELLY, GRAPE gets 0% of its calories from protein, 104% from carbohydrates, and 0% from fat. This is moderately high, similar to many cooked grains and dairy products.
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