Because Not All “Fruit Snacks” Are Created Equal
We’ve all been there—standing in the snack aisle, scanning labels, and wondering which “healthy” fruit snack is actually healthy. Between the bright packaging and confusing claims, it’s tough to tell which brands truly deliver real fruit goodness and which are just candy in disguise.
So, we did the homework for you. Here’s a closer look at some of the most popular fruit snacks made with real fruit—what they get right, what they don’t, and why Fruit Farm continues to raise the bar for better snacking.
1. That’s It. Fruit Bars
What we love: That’s It. keeps things refreshingly simple. Their bars feature minimal ingredients—usually just fruit, with no added sugar. They’re shelf-stable, travel-friendly, and made from recognizable whole fruits like apples, mangoes, and strawberries.
What to know: They’re chewy and dense, not exactly the “snackable” bite-size format many kids prefer. Great for on-the-go adults, but maybe not the best lunchbox staple for little ones.
Parent approval rating: 8/10
2. Stretch Island Fruit Strips
What we love: A classic option for parents looking for portion-controlled fruit snacks. Each strip is made with real fruit puree and contains about half a serving of fruit.
What to know: While better than gummies, Stretch Island Fruit Strips still include concentrated fruit sugars, which can add up quickly. There’s less fiber per serving and more stickiness (to teeth and lunchboxes).
Parent approval rating: 7.5/10
3. Bear Real Fruit Yoyos
What we love: Bear Real fruit snacks use only fruit and veg, rolled into fun, spiral “yoyos.” They’re naturally vegan, gluten-free, and colorful without artificial dyes. Kids tend to love the shape and chew.
What to know: Still relatively high in natural sugars (around 10g per pack) and low in fiber. A better option than gummies, but still sweet-heavy for regular snacking.
Parent approval rating: 8/10
4. Mott’s Fruit Snacks
What we love: They’re everywhere—and that’s part of the problem. Mott’s uses real fruit juice and offers familiar flavors.
What to know: Despite “real fruit juice” claims, Mott’s snacks contain added sugars, corn syrup, and gelatin. They taste great, but nutritionally, they fall closer to candy than fruit.
Parent approval rating: 5/10
5. Fruit Farm: Real Fruit, Reinvented
What we love: Everything. Fruit Farm takes the best part of nature—100% whole fruit—and makes it snackable, kid-friendly, and truly healthy. Using a proprietary desugaring process, we keep the vibrant flavor and fiber of real fruit while removing excess sugar.
Each pack contains:
🍎 One whole apple
🍓 One strawberry
🍒 One cherry
🍑 One slice of peach
Plus, 7g of gut-healthy fiber, 0 added sugar, and a naturally satisfying sweetness that comes straight from the fruit itself.
What to know: It’s not just a snack—it’s a better way to eat fruit.
Parent approval rating: 10/10
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The Bottom Line: Simplicity Wins
When it comes to choosing healthy fruit snacks for kids, the rule is simple: the closer it is to real fruit, the better. Many brands are improving their recipes—reducing added sugars and cutting back on artificial ingredients—but Fruit Farm takes it one step further by keeping only what’s good.
Our snacks aren’t just made from fruit—they are fruit, reimagined.
Healthy Snacking Made Simple
- 100% real fruit
- 0 added sugar
- 7g gut-healthy fiber per pack
- Naturally delicious flavors kids love
Finally, a fruit snack that’s as good as you hoped it would be.
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