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Nestle Toll House Semi Sweet Chocolate Mini Chips
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Nestle Toll House Semi Sweet Chocolate Mini Chips

Nestle Toll House
10 oz
Available at Foodtown
70
Calories
1g
Protein
8g
Sugars
0mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
9
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Nestle Toll House Semi Sweet Chocolate Mini Chips are a familiar staple in the baking aisle, typically shelved with other baking essentials like flour, sugar, cocoa powder and full-size chocolate chips, and often featured near seasonal holiday displays. The brand reads as classic, family-oriented and nostalgic — the sort of ingredient shoppers reach for when planning cookies, brownies or quick dessert fixes. On the package you’ll find nutrition cues (about 70 calories and roughly 8 g sugar per serving), a gluten-free claim and statements like “made with 100% real chocolate” and “no artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives,” while the ingredient list also includes sugar, milkfat, soy lecithin and natural flavors. These claims create a mild health halo even though the product is an industrially manufactured baking ingredient with refined sugar and added emulsifiers. Sensory-wise the mini chips are small, firm morsels with a snap at room temperature, a creamy melt when warmed, and an unmistakable semi‑sweet chocolate flavor; they come in a 10 oz retail bag designed for pouring into batter or snacking by the handful. Rituals around this product range from stirring handfuls into cookie dough or pancake batter to melting chips for fudge or using them as a glossy ice‑cream topping, and families often buy them for holiday cookie-making or last-minute dessert rescue. Brand positioning leans on decades of advertising about homemade baking and comforting treats, aimed at mainstream home bakers seeking convenience, consistent quality and recognizable taste rather than artisan or organic credentials.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 tbsp
Servings per Container: 20
Calories70
% Daily Value*
Total Fat4g5%
Saturated Fat2.5g13%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate9g3%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars8g
Added Sugars8g16%
Protein1g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

SUGAR,, CHOCOLATE,, MILKFAT,, COCOA, BUTTER,, SOY, LECITHIN,, NATURAL, FLAVORS..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
No Emulsifier

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

The product is industrially formulated with added sugar, emulsifier (soy lecithin) and flavoring agents; its manufactured, multi-ingredient composition matches the NOVA definition of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Nestle Toll House Semi Sweet Chocolate Mini Chips

Ah, the age-old question! These mini chips can definitely add a sweet touch to your baking, but calling them 'healthy' depends on your definition. They contain added sugars and fats, which can contribute to your daily intake, but in moderation, they’re great for an occasional treat or to enhance your favorite recipes.

Perfect For

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