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Marshmallows
Marshmallows provides 320 kcal per 100 g, with 63.3 g of sugars and 3.3 g of protein. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Marshmallows category. Contains: gelatin.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 5 pieces | about (30 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 320 kcal | 96 kcal | 336 −5% | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.7 −100% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.4 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 76.7 g | 23 g | 8% | 79.4 |
| Total sugars | 63.3 g | 19 g | 64.9 | |
| Added sugarsUSDA | 63.3 g | 19 g | 38% | 65.5 |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.7 −100% |
| Protein | 3.3 g | 1 g | 2% | 3.5 −7% |
| Salt | 1 g | 0.3 g | 0.2 +399% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 943 Marshmallows products on Foodmetria.
Serving size and added sugars from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from October 2021. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Nutrition claims check
Claims its numbers support
- Fat-free
- 0 g fat per 100 g (EU: no more than 0.5 g per 100 g)
- Low saturated fat
- 0 g per 100 g, 0% of calories (EU: no more than 1.5 g per 100 g and 10% of calories)
Checked against the per-100 g thresholds of EU Regulation 1924/2006, using the nutrition data above. US labels follow FDA rules, which are mostly based on serving size and can give a different result; FDA has no defined “low sugar” claim.
Compared with other marshmallows
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Corn syrup, sugar, water, modified corn starch, gelatin, contains 2% or less of: natural and artificial flavor, tetrasodium pyrophosphate, blue 1.
- Allergens
- Gelatin
Additives 4
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Regulatory status of its additives
How the US, individual states and the EU treat additives found in this product's ingredient list.
United States
Blue 1 (E133) is among six petroleum-based dyes FDA is asking manufacturers to remove by the end of 2027. The phase-out is voluntary: the dyes remain approved.
California
The California School Food Safety Act (AB 2316) bars Blue 1 (E133) from food served or sold in public schools from December 31, 2027.
West Virginia
West Virginia HB 2354 has barred Blue 1 (E133) from school nutrition programs since August 1, 2025. A statewide ban due January 1, 2028 is on hold under a preliminary injunction (December 23, 2025) while the state appeals.
What these additives are and what the research says: Blue 1.
Additives are detected from the ingredient list by Open Food Facts and may be incomplete or out of date. Regulatory status checked October 6, 2026; rules are changing quickly. Not legal advice — always check the package label.
Product details
- Serving size
- 5 pieces | about (30 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0041303018514
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Marshmallows?
Marshmallows contains 320 kcal per 100 g and about 96 kcal per serving (5 pieces | about (30 g)).
How much sugar is in Marshmallows?
Marshmallows has 63.3 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Marshmallows healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (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.
Is Marshmallows vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Marshmallows contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gelatin. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Does Marshmallows contain additives restricted in the US or the EU?
Its ingredient list includes Blue 1 (E133). FDA is asking manufacturers to stop using it by the end of 2027 (voluntarily); California bars it from public schools from December 31, 2027; West Virginia bars it from school meals. Recipes change — check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated September 16, 2025. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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