Cherry Ripe Calories Calculator
Calculate Cherry Ripe calories. Cadbury Cherry Ripe nutrition — cherry, coconut and dark chocolate, with macros for Australia's oldest bar.
Cherry Ripe Nutrition Overview
The Cherry Ripe is Australia's oldest chocolate bar — first produced by MacRobertson's confectionery in 1924, and still sold today under the Cadbury brand. It consists of a centre of glace cherries and coconut in a dark chocolate coating. The combination of sweet cherry, shredded coconut, and dark chocolate creates a distinctive flavour profile that is recognisably different from other chocolate b...
How to use this calculator
Enter your portion size in grams or use the unit selector. CalorieMetrica will estimate calories, protein, carbs and fats for Cherry Ripe. Actual nutrition values vary depending on preparation method, recipe, and serving size.
Best for fitness goals
A Cherry Ripe at 203 kcal per standard bar is a reasonable occasional confectionery treat. The dark chocolate coating provides some antioxidant flavonoids, and the coconut provides a small amount of fibre. It is a better choice than some higher-fat chocolate bars for a similar calorie spend....
Cherry Ripe Calories — Complete Australian Guide
Calories By Portion Size
| Portion / Serving | Estimated Calories | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 fun-size Cherry Ripe (26g) | ~101 kcal | Mini bar |
| 1 standard bar (52g) | ~203 kcal | Standard |
| 1 king-size (75g) | ~293 kcal | Large |
Calories By Preparation Method
| Preparation Method | Calories / 100g | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cherry Ripe standard bar | ~390 kcal/100g | Dark chocolate + cherry + coconut |
Nutrition Breakdown
| Nutrient | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 390 kcal | Per 100g |
| Protein | 3 g | From chocolate |
| Carbohydrates | 58 g | From cherry and sugar |
| Fat | 16 g | From chocolate and coconut |
| Fibre | 2 g | From coconut |
| Sugar | ~54 g | From cherry filling and chocolate |
| Iron | ~2 mg | From dark chocolate |
What Is Cherry Ripe?
The Cherry Ripe is Australia's oldest chocolate bar — first produced by MacRobertson's confectionery in 1924, and still sold today under the Cadbury brand. It consists of a centre of glace cherries and coconut in a dark chocolate coating. The combination of sweet cherry, shredded coconut, and dark chocolate creates a distinctive flavour profile that is recognisably different from other chocolate bars. The Cherry Ripe was acquired by Cadbury in 1967 when Cadbury purchased MacRobertson's. It has been produced continuously for over 100 years, making it one of the longest-running confectionery products in Australian history. The Cherry Ripe generates strong nostalgic loyalty among older Australians and is considered a distinctly Australian product despite Cadbury's British origins. It is widely available at supermarkets, petrol stations, and convenience stores across Australia.
Cherry Ripe Calories Guide
A standard Cherry Ripe bar (52g) contains approximately 203 calories. The calorie count is moderate compared to similar-sized chocolate bars because of the relatively lower fat content compared to pure chocolate bars (the cherry and coconut filling provides volume without the same fat density as solid chocolate).
Cherry Ripe for Weight Loss
A Cherry Ripe at 203 kcal per standard bar is a reasonable occasional confectionery treat. The dark chocolate coating provides some antioxidant flavonoids, and the coconut provides a small amount of fibre. It is a better choice than some higher-fat chocolate bars for a similar calorie spend.
Cherry Ripe for Muscle Gain
Not relevant for muscle building.
Smart Comparison
Cherry Ripe vs Tim Tam: A Tim Tam (~95 kcal) is lower in calories per piece. Cherry Ripe vs Violet Crumble: A standard Violet Crumble (213 kcal) is slightly higher. Cherry Ripe vs Wagon Wheels: Comparable calorie range.
Portion Control Advice
The fun-size bar (26g, ~101 kcal) is an excellent portion for satisfying a chocolate craving at approximately half the calories of the standard bar.
Common Mistakes
Eating two standard Cherry Ripe bars as a 'light' snack (~406 kcal). Buying king-size without realising the size difference.
Burn This Food — Activity Equivalents
| Activity | Duration to Burn |
|---|---|
| Brisk walking | ~51 min for 1 standard bar |
| Jogging | ~24 min |
| Cycling | ~29 min |
| Swimming | ~27 min |
Healthy Alternative Tips
Fun-size Cherry Ripe — ~101 kcal
Handful of mixed nuts — ~160 kcal
Fun-size Cherry Ripe instead of standard — saves ~102 kcal
Practical Australian Serving Context
Cherry Ripe is usually eaten as a single wrapped bar rather than as part of a full meal, so the easiest way to control calories is to decide the portion before opening it. For lunch boxes, office snacks, service-station stops, or an after-dinner sweet, the fun-size bar gives the same coconut-and-cherry flavour with a much smaller calorie commitment. If you are tracking weight loss, pair it with a higher-protein food earlier in the day rather than using the chocolate bar as your main snack. If you are maintaining weight, count it as a discretionary treat and keep the rest of the meal simple. The main calorie driver is the chocolate coating and sweet filling, so larger bars can quickly move from a small treat into dessert territory.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories in a Cherry Ripe?
A standard Cadbury Cherry Ripe bar (52g) contains approximately 201–205 calories. A fun-size bar (approximately 26g) contains approximately 100–102 calories.
Is Cherry Ripe dark chocolate?
Yes — Cherry Ripe uses dark chocolate as its coating, which is a distinctive feature of the bar compared to most other mass-market Australian chocolate bars that use milk chocolate. The dark chocolate coating provides a slightly bitter contrast to the sweet cherry and coconut filling.
When was Cherry Ripe invented?
Cherry Ripe was first produced in 1924 by MacRobertson's confectionery in Melbourne. It is Australia's oldest continuously produced chocolate bar. MacRobertson's was acquired by Cadbury in 1967, and Cherry Ripe has been produced under the Cadbury brand since then.
Is Cherry Ripe available outside Australia?
Cherry Ripe is primarily an Australian product and is not widely available in other countries. It can be found in some Australian food import stores and online retailers internationally, but it is not distributed through mainstream retail channels outside Australia.
📊 Data source note: Nutrition values are estimates based on Australian food composition databases, Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) nutrient data, and standard recipe analysis. Actual values vary by cooking method, recipe, brand, and serving size. See our Data Sources and Methodology pages.