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Maraschino cherries
Maraschino cherries by Signature provides 160 kcal per 100 g, with 40 g of sugars and 0 g of protein. That is 66% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Cherries in syrup category.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 5 g (5 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 160 kcal | 8 kcal | 117 +37% | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.3 −100% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.1 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 40 g | 2 g | 1% | 27 +48% |
| Total sugars | 40 g | 2 g | 24.2 +66% | |
| Added sugars | 16.9 g | 0.8 g | 2% | 16.4 |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.6 −100% |
| Salt | 0 g | 0 g | 0 −100% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 138 Cherries in syrup products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other cherries in syrup
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Cherries, water, corn syrup, high fructose corn syrup, citric acid, natural and artificial flavor, potassium sorbate and sodium benzoate (preservatives), fd&c red 40, and sulfur dioxide (preservative).
Additives 5
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 5 g (5 g)
- Sold in
- Germany, United States
- Barcode
- 0021130008988
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Maraschino cherries?
Maraschino cherries contains 160 kcal per 100 g and about 8 kcal per serving (5 g (5 g)).
How much sugar is in Maraschino cherries?
Maraschino cherries has 40 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Maraschino cherries healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 26, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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