Babyfood, snack, GERBER, GRADUATES, YOGURT MELTS
Whole food · Baby Foods
Gerber Graduates Yogurt Melts are tiny, freeze-dried yogurt dots that dissolve instantly on a toddler's tongue, offering a sweet, tangy, and creamy experience. They are a convenient, mess-free snack designed for little hands learning to self-feed, with a light, airy texture that melts away quickly.
Calorie split: 15% protein · 76% carbs · 9% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
Parents love them for their genius mess-free design and the fact that toddlers adore the sweet, fruity yogurt taste. They are a go-to for on-the-go snacking, high-chair time, or soothing a fussy child with a familiar, comforting flavor.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content (over 57g per 100g) is a primary concern, posing a risk for dental cavities and promoting a preference for very sweet foods. To counteract this, offer them only occasionally, not as a daily staple, and always pair with a meal or snack containing protein and healthy fats (like cheese or avocado) to blunt the blood sugar spike. Always check for common allergens like milk.
Key benefits
- Provides a good source of calcium for bone health.
- Contains live active cultures (probiotics) for digestive support.
- Offers a convenient, portable source of protein and carbohydrates.
- Designed for easy self-feeding to support motor skill development.
- Freeze-dried to preserve nutrients without artificial preservatives.
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The technology for Yogurt Melts was adapted from the freeze-drying process used to create astronaut food, ensuring shelf stability without refrigeration.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 6.0 g |
| Energy | 380 kcal |
| Energy | 1592 kj |
| Protein | 14.3 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 4.0 g |
| Ash | 3.9 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 71.8 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 2.3 g |
| Total Sugars | 57.1 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 457 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.00 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 53.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 382 mg |
| Potassium, K | 714 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 286 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.8 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.09 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.08 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 11.8 ug |
| Fluoride, F | 8.2 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 57.1 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.11 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.82 mg |
| Niacin | 3.3 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.5 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.17 mg |
| Folate, total | 55.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 55.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 55.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 78.0 mg |
| Betaine | 2.6 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1.7 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 107 ug |
| Retinol | 45.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 686 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 122 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 1396 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 294 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 6.4 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 6.2 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 3.0 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.10 ug |
| Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) | 0.10 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 12.2 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 2.2 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.09 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.06 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.10 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.10 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.32 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.03 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 1.0 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.44 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.97 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.02 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.06 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.87 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.19 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.14 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.06 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 21:5 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
| Stigmasterol | 0.00 mg |
| Campesterol | 0.00 mg |
| Beta-sitosterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.15 g |
| Threonine | 0.37 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.71 g |
| Leucine | 1.4 g |
| Lysine | 1.1 g |
| Methionine | 0.31 g |
| Cystine | 0.39 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.62 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.54 g |
| Valine | 0.82 g |
| Arginine | 0.37 g |
| Histidine | 0.32 g |
| Alanine | 0.40 g |
| Aspartic acid | 1.1 g |
| Glutamic acid | 2.9 g |
| Glycine | 0.24 g |
| Proline | 1.3 g |
| Serine | 0.76 g |
| Hydroxyproline | 0.00 g |
FAQ
At what age can my baby eat Yogurt Melts?
They are generally introduced when a baby is comfortable chewing soft foods and can self-feed, typically around 8 months or when they start picking up small objects.
Are these a healthy snack option?
While they contain calcium and probiotics, they are very high in sugar. They are best viewed as an occasional treat rather than a core part of a healthy diet.
How should I store them after opening?
To maintain their crunchy, melt-in-your-mouth texture, reseal the pouch tightly and store it in a cool, dry place. They can lose their texture if exposed to humidity.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 3.80 kcal/g · 15% calories from protein · 2.3 g fiber · 57.1 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.40 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.