Glazed Walnuts on a Dried Cherry Label

Scanning the label on this bag of Dried Cherries, the first thing that jumps out is the sugar content: 67g per 100g. That is a significant amount of concentrated sweetness for a fruit that is naturally tart. The texture likely has that chewy, sticky quality you expect from dried fruit, which can be satisfyingly dense. A real-life scenario might be grabbing a handful for a quick energy boost during a late-night work session. However, the ingredients list is currently updating, which leaves some questions unanswered about added oils or preservatives. While the taste may be intensely sweet and satisfying, the high sugar load is a definite trade-off to consider if you are monitoring your intake.

The 100 Calorie Snack Pack seems like a smart play for portion control, clocking in at just 26g of sugar per 100g. The ingredient list is transparent: walnuts, dried cherries (cherries, sugar, sunflower oil), and almonds. I appreciate seeing the sunflower oil listed with the cherries; it helps manage stickiness. Tossing one of these packs into a gym bag is a no-brainer for a post-workout nibble. The mix offers a nice balance of fatty crunch and chewy fruit. The trade-off here is the calorie density inherent in nuts, so while the sugar is managed, the overall energy in the bag is still potent. It's a convenient, pre-measured option.

This mix of Walnuts, Almonds, and Dried Cherries mirrors the nutritional profile of the snack pack version, sitting at 26g of sugar per 100g. The potential here is high for a clean, simple snack, but the 'Ingredients updating...' status gives me pause. Without knowing if the cherries are treated with oils or if there are preservatives, it's hard to fully commit. I can imagine this being a great desk drawer stasher for those 3 PM hunger pangs. The texture contrast between the fatty nuts and the tart fruit is usually a winner. The trade-off is the uncertainty; you are buying a promise of clean ingredients rather than a guarantee. I'm waiting for that label to update before I can fully recommend it.

Dried Cherries & Glazed Walnuts is a heavy hitter, boasting 156g of sugar per 100g. That is essentially a confection. The ingredients confirm this: cherries with sugar and oil, plus walnuts glazed with sugar, honey, and butter. It sounds decadent, like a topping for ice cream rather than a standalone health snack. The texture would be incredibly sticky and crunchy. I could see keeping a small amount in the car for a morale boost during a long commute. The trade-off is the sugar bomb; this will spike blood sugar levels significantly. It's delicious, sure, but it functions more like a candy than a nutrient source.

Mulch Chocolate Covered Dried Cherries brings a different profile with 57g of sugar per 100g. The 'Mulch' branding is interesting, but the label facts are the priority here. The chocolate coating adds a layer of richness that changes the texture from purely chewy to a snap-and-chew experience. This feels like a treat you might pack for a road trip. The sugar is moderate compared to the glazed option, but still significant. The ingredients list is updating, so we don't know the cocoa content or if there are stabilizers in the chocolate. The trade-off is the mystery of the chocolate quality and the inevitable messiness of chocolate-covered fruit.