Healthy Alternatives to Haribo Goldbears
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2 healthier swaps
#1
SmartSweets
Fruity Gummy Bears
Gummy bears with 3g of sugar in the whole bag instead of the usual twenty-plus.
See the numbers| Per serving | Swap | Haribo Goldbears |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 0g | 3g |
| Sugar | 3g | 21g |
| Calories | 100 | 140 |
- gummy bears, literally
- 3g sugar vs 21g
#2
SmartSweets
Sweet Fish
The chewy red-fish candy experience with 3g of sugar in the entire bag.
See the numbers| Per serving | Swap | Haribo Goldbears |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 0g | 3g |
| Sugar | 3g | 21g |
| Calories | 100 | 140 |
- same fruity chew
- 3g sugar vs 21g
Or make it yourself
DIY15 min
Real-Juice Gummy Bears
Ingredients
- 1 cup fruit juice
- 3 tbsp gelatin
- 1 tbsp honey
- bear molds
Steps
- Warm juice, whisk in gelatin and honey
- Pour into molds
- Chill 1 hour
- Pop out and store cold
Frequently asked
- Is Haribo Goldbears healthy?
- Gummy bears are among the most honest candies: gelatin, sugar, and fruit flavor, with 21g of sugar in a modest handful. The gelatin even contributes a token 3g of protein, which is more than most candy can say. Still candy though, and the low-sugar gummy has gotten good enough that the swap costs you almost nothing.
- What is a healthier alternative to Haribo Goldbears?
- Our top swaps are SmartSweets Fruity Gummy Bears, SmartSweets Sweet Fish, all with more protein or less sugar than Haribo Goldbears.