Ingredient

Sweetened Strawberries

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add sweetened strawberries to products primarily for their flavor, sweetness, and fruit texture. …

What it is

Sweetened strawberries are fresh or frozen strawberries that have been mixed with sugar or a sugar syrup. This process helps to preserve the fruit, enhance its natural sweetness, and improve its texture. They are typically prepared by washing, slicing, and then combining the strawberries with a measured amount of sugar.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add sweetened strawberries to products primarily for their flavor, sweetness, and fruit texture. They are a popular ingredient in desserts such as cakes, cupcakes, ice cream, yogurt, and fruit fillings. They provide a natural fruit component along with an added sweet taste.

Health notes

Sweetened strawberries are a food ingredient, not a food additive, and thus do not have a specific FDA regulatory status like GRAS or an approved additive. The primary health consideration for sweetened strawberries relates to their added sugar content. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend no amount of added sugars, and at most 10 grams of added sugars per meal. Strawberries themselves are a fruit and contribute vitamins and fiber to the diet. There are no specific JECFA or EFSA evaluations for 'sweetened strawberries' as a composite ingredient.

Allergen info

Strawberries are not considered one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA. Not a major allergen.

Products containing Sweetened Strawberries

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THE ORIGINAL CAKERIE Shortcake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 273kcal 2.6Protein 14.3Fat 29.9Carbs NOT A BRANDED ITEM Neapolitan Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 342kcal 4.0Protein 21.1Fat 31.6Carbs The Cream'wich The Original Artisan Ice Cream Sandwich, Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 342kcal 3.8Protein 17.7Fat 43.0Carbs Aldon Food Corporation Cream Cheese, Strawberry Cheese High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 321kcal 25Protein 25Fat 17.9Carbs Aldon Food Corporation Cream Cheese, Strawberry Cheese 321kcal 21.4Protein 21.4Fat 17.9Carbs Northern Tier Bakery LLC Danish, Strawberries & Cream Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 380kcal 5.6Protein 19.7Fat 45.1Carbs

Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Strawberry Cream Cheese, Strawberry Cheese 286kcal 3.6Protein 21.4Fat 17.9Carbs Enjoy Life Natural Brands, LLC Mixed Berry Baked Chewy Bars, Mixed Berry Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 393kcal 3.6Protein 8.9Fat 75Carbs Meijer, Inc. Meijer, Strawberry Shortcake Bar Cake, Strawberry, Strawberry Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 267kcal 3.3Protein 13.3Fat 31.1Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Strawberry Cake, Strawberry Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in added sugars — 32% DV per serving 247kcal 3.9Protein 10.4Fat 35.1Carbs Publix Super Markets, Inc. Strawberry Shortcake, Strawberry Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 34% DV per serving 280kcal 2.7Protein 13.3Fat 36Carbs Safeway, Inc. Strawberry White Chocolate Gluten Free Shortcake, Strawberry White Chocolate Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 36% DV per serving 278kcal 2.5Protein 13.9Fat 35.4Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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