Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, SKITTLES Wild Berry Bite Size Candies
Whole food · Sweets
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Skittles Wild Berry are a vibrant, chewy fruit-flavored candy with a signature crunchy shell and soft, gummy center. Each piece bursts with intense, artificial berry flavors like raspberry, wild cherry, and blueberry, creating a tangy, sweet experience. Nutritionally, they are almost entirely composed of sugar (75.92g per 100g) and carbohydrates, offering minimal protein or fat.
Calorie split: 0% protein · 90% carbs · 10% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love Skittles for their intensely sweet, tangy flavor profile and the satisfying 'crunch-then-chew' texture that makes each bite playful. They are a cultural icon, often associated with childhood, movie nights, and the 'Taste the Rainbow' marketing that makes them a fun, shareable candy.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content (75.92g per 100g) can lead to rapid blood-sugar spikes, making them a poor choice for those managing diabetes or seeking sustained energy. To counteract this, pair a small portion (e.g., 10-15 pieces) with a protein or fat source like nuts or cheese to slow sugar absorption, and practice strict portion control by pre-portioning into small bags.
Key benefits
- Quick source of energy from simple sugars
- Provides a fun, sensory experience with bold colors and textures
- Offers a nostalgic, playful treat for celebrations
- Convenient, portable snack with no preparation needed
- Low in sodium and cholesterol
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The original Skittles were produced in the UK in 1974 and didn't arrive in North America until 1979, where they were initially sold as an imported candy before Mars acquired the brand.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 3.8 g |
| Energy | 402 kcal |
| Energy | 1682 kj |
| Protein | 0.19 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 4.3 g |
| Ash | 0.97 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 90.8 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 75.9 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 0.00 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.00 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 15.0 mg |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 67.1 mg |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 0.00 iu |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 4.1 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.07 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Candies, honey-combed, with peanut butter — USDA does not publish this profile for Candies.
| Tryptophan | 0.09 g |
| Threonine | 0.21 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.24 g |
| Leucine | 0.61 g |
| Lysine | 0.27 g |
| Methionine | 0.10 g |
| Cystine | 0.09 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.47 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.33 g |
| Valine | 0.31 g |
| Arginine | 1.1 g |
| Histidine | 0.22 g |
| Alanine | 0.36 g |
| Aspartic acid | 1.2 g |
| Glutamic acid | 2.0 g |
| Glycine | 0.56 g |
| Proline | 0.55 g |
| Serine | 0.58 g |
FAQ
Are Skittles Wild Berry gluten-free?
Yes, Skittles are generally considered gluten-free, but always check the packaging for the most current allergen information, as manufacturing processes can change.
What are the main ingredients in Skittles Wild Berry?
The primary ingredients are sugar, corn syrup, hydrogenated palm kernel oil, citric acid, and artificial flavors and colors, with a hard candy shell made of sugar, corn starch, and carnauba wax.
How many calories are in a serving of Skittles Wild Berry?
A typical serving (about 40g or 15 pieces) contains approximately 160 calories, with most coming from sugar and carbohydrates.
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 4.02 kcal/g · 0% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 75.9 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.