Quick answer: Trader Joe's Mango & Passion Fruit Squares are individually wrapped fruit snacks in a 5.5 oz (156 g) bag. HIOOL's current product listing identifies 17 pieces and lists mango, passion fruit, sugar and ascorbic acid as ingredients. Their convenient format is useful for portioned snacks, lunch bags and travel. The listed nutrition is based on four pieces per serving, so compare serving size and added sugar rather than assuming every fruit snack has the same composition.
What's Actually in the Bag?
The product listing describes soft, chewy dried-fruit squares made from mango and passion fruit. It identifies 17 individually wrapped pieces in a 5.5 oz (156 g) bag. The current listing says the product is made in Thailand. Count and packaging details come from HIOOL's existing product information; inspect the physical bag for the most current information before making a dietary decision.
The ingredient statement recorded for this product is: Mango, Passion Fruit, Sugar, Ascorbic Acid (to Maintain Color). That means sugar is explicitly part of the formulation. It would be inaccurate to describe these squares as containing only fruit, as unsweetened dried mango, or as having no added sugar.
How Do the Squares Compare With Other Fruit Snacks?
There are three buying factors worth checking: the fruit ingredients, the packaging format and the Nutrition Facts. Unlike a loose bag of dried mango pieces, this product comes as individually wrapped squares. That may be convenient for carrying a portion, but each wrapper also creates packaging that must be disposed of appropriately.
The blend of mango and passion fruit distinguishes the ingredient statement from a single-fruit snack. That does not prove these squares are more nutritious or better tasting than alternatives; your preference and the actual labels should determine the choice. If you want unsweetened fruit, compare products that do not list sugar as a separate ingredient.
Nutrition Facts and Portion Size
HIOOL's current product information identifies a serving as 4 pieces (40 g), with approximately four servings per bag. It lists 140 calories, 34 g carbohydrates, 2 g dietary fiber, 26 g total sugars including 4 g added sugars, 10 mg sodium, 0 g fat and 0 g protein per serving. These are listing values rather than an independent laboratory analysis; the Nutrition Facts printed on the actual bag take precedence.
The distinction between total sugar and added sugar matters. Total sugars include sugars naturally present in the ingredients as well as added sugars. The listing separately identifies four grams of added sugars per four-piece serving. Do not multiply those numbers by the entire bag without checking the actual number of pieces you consume.
Because this is a chewy fruit snack, treat it as a snack rather than an exact nutritional substitute for fresh whole mango or passion fruit. Fresh fruit and prepared fruit snacks differ in water content, serving formats and labeling, even when they share fruit ingredients.
Five Practical Occasions for Using Them
1. A packed lunch
Individual wrappers allow you to place a small number of pieces into a lunch bag without dividing a large package on the spot. Check the needs and any food restrictions of the person eating them. For children, consider age-appropriate chewing and supervision rather than assuming every chewy snack is suitable for every age.
2. A workday snack drawer
A few individually packed pieces are convenient to keep at work where a full serving is not always needed. Store the bag according to its cool, dry storage guidance. The individual format does not mean the food should be exposed to excessive heat or moisture.
3. Travel and day trips
Small wrapped portions can fit into a day bag alongside other snacks. As with other foods on the move, avoid storing them in a hot vehicle. If traveling internationally, check the destination's food import rules before carrying food across borders.
4. A shared snack assortment
Offer the individually wrapped squares alongside nuts, crackers or other snacks when the group has no relevant restrictions. Separate packaging can make portions straightforward, but the individual package should not be interpreted as an allergy-safety claim. Check labels for anyone with a specific food allergy.
5. An occasional sweet bite
A person who enjoys chewy fruit flavors may prefer one or two pieces as a small sweet snack. Compare the total and added sugar figures with other options if that is important to your purchasing decision. There is no need to describe the product as a health food to explain when it may be convenient.
Storage and Buying Considerations
HIOOL's current listing says to store in a cool, dry place. Keep the packaging intact and follow any additional directions or date markings on the physical bag. No specific opened-bag shelf life has been verified here, so this guide does not invent one.
Before purchasing, consider whether you want a tropical fruit combination, individual wrappers and a soft chewy format. If your priority is an unsweetened product or a larger bulk container with less individual packaging, another format may fit better. HIOOL's store inventory record is not a guarantee that every requested quantity will be available at retail during fulfillment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pieces are in the bag?
The current HIOOL listing identifies 17 individually wrapped pieces. Refer to the physical bag for current packaging details.
Are these made from only mango and passion fruit?
No. The listed ingredients also include sugar and ascorbic acid to maintain color.
How many pieces make a serving?
The current nutrition information uses four pieces, or 40 grams, as one serving.
Do the squares contain added sugar?
Yes. The product lists sugar as an ingredient and records four grams of added sugar per four-piece serving.
Where are they made?
HIOOL's current product information identifies Thailand as the country of origin.
How should I store them?
Keep the bag in a cool, dry place and follow any directions on the actual package.
Where can I find the current product listing?
See Trader Joe's Mango & Passion Fruit Squares at HIOOL Goods for the latest listing and checkout details.
About HIOOL Goods
HIOOL Goods is an independent personal-shopping and order-fulfillment service. Subject to retail availability and checkout eligibility, HIOOL independently purchases requested products from U.S. Trader Joe's stores, packs eligible items and arranges shipment. HIOOL is not affiliated with, authorized by, sponsored by, or endorsed by Trader Joe's. HIOOL prices reflect separate personal-shopping, handling, packing and fulfillment services and are not Trader Joe's in-store prices.