Fruit Gushers facts for kids
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Fruit Gushers (2017)
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| Alternative names | Gushers |
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| Type | Fruit snack |
| Created by | Karl Ulrich and Betty Crocker |
| Invented | 1991 |
| 90 kcal (377 kJ) | |
Fruit Gushers, often just called Gushers, are a popular fruit snack from Betty Crocker. They first came out in 1991. These snacks are known for being soft and chewy. The best part is their juicy, fruity center that "gushes" out when you bite into them!
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The Story of Gushers
How Gushers Started
Fruit Gushers were first introduced in 1991. They were created by Betty Crocker, a well-known food brand. When they first appeared, a box of Gushers usually cost about $2.19. Each box had six small pouches inside. Each pouch contained nine individual Gushers pieces.
What Gushers Are Made Of
The original Strawberry-flavored Fruit Gushers are made from ingredients like sugar, corn syrup, and modified corn starch. They also contain fruit concentrates, such as pear and grape juice concentrate.
Gushers were designed to be fun for kids. They were shaped like acorns and had a soft outside. Inside, they had a liquid center that tasted like fruit. The first flavors were "Strawberry Splash" and "Gushin' Grape."
Gushers Nutrition Facts
In 2003, one serving of Fruit Gushers was about 0.9 ounces. This serving had 90 calories. It contained almost no protein and about 1 gram of fat. There were also about 20 grams of carbohydrates.
By 2018, a 28-gram serving of Strawberry Fruit Gushers still had 90 calories. This serving contained about 9 grams of sugar and 1 gram of fat. More recently, the serving size was changed to 0.8 ounces. This smaller serving has 80 calories and about 10 grams of sugar.
Different Kinds of Gushers
Galactic Fruit Gushers
In early 2020, Betty Crocker released a new kind of Fruit Gushers. These were called "Galactic Fruit Gushers." They came in exciting flavors like "Asteroid Apple" and "Berry Star Cluster." There was also a special "Unidentified Flavored Object" mystery flavor. This mystery flavor was part of a contest. Kids could guess the flavor to win prizes like sweatshirts and hats. Galactic Fruit Gushers were sold online through Walmart.com.
Returning Flavors
In June 2024, the Gushers brand announced exciting news. Their most popular flavor, watermelon, was coming back! Watermelon Gushers were available from 1997 to 2013. Many fans wanted them to return. Now, you can find watermelon Gushers combined with sour-apple flavored Gushers. A box with six pouches costs about $6.49. Larger boxes with ten pouches sell for around $10.29.
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