
Nabisco Fig Newton Single Serve 10 Counts
What You Should Know
Newtons Fig Newton Single Serve packs are a familiar sight in the cookie and snack aisle, shelved alongside other packaged cookies, granola bars and lunchbox-friendly treats. Packaged as ten individually wrapped rectangles in a 20 oz box, the product leans on convenience and portability—stashed in backpacks, desk drawers, or travel bags. The brand tells a story of Americana and continuity: Nabisco’s Newtons are positioned as a family-friendly, nostalgic snack aimed at parents packing lunches and adults seeking a quick, comforting bite. Packaging and label language emphasize "made with real fruit," "no high fructose corn syrup," and "low fat," creating a mild health halo despite the long ingredient list. There is no organic certification; the ingredient deck includes both natural and artificial flavors plus preservatives. Sensory cues are distinct: a soft, slightly grainy whole-wheat exterior wrapping a sticky, sweet fig paste; the texture is chewy rather than crunchy, with a mildly sweet, dried-fruit tang and the faintly bready aroma of enriched wheat. Rituals around Newtons are simple—open a single-serve pack for a school lunch, mid-afternoon work snack, or roadside nibble—often consumed with milk or coffee. In plain processing terms, these cookies are made by industrial assembly: fruit filling and dough are produced, combined, and individually wrapped with added sugars, emulsifiers and preservatives to extend shelf life. The overall presentation blends convenience, a dash of nostalgic comfort, and mainstream mass-market positioning that appeals to busy families and those seeking a portable sweet that feels a bit wholesome on the label.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
INGREDIENTS:, FIGS,, WHOLE, GRAIN, WHEAT, FLOUR,, SUGAR,, UNBLEACHED, ENRICHED, FLOUR, (WHEAT, FLOUR, NIACIN,, REDUCED, IRON,, THIAMINE, MONONITRATE, {VITAMIN, B1},, RIBOFLAVIN, {VITAMIN, B2},, FOLIC, ACID),, CORN, SYRUP,, INVERT, SUGAR,, SOYBEAN, AND/OR, CANOLA OIL,, PALM, OIL,, SALT,, BAKING, SODA,, CALCIUM, LACTATE,, MALIC, ACID,, SOY, LECITHIN,, SODIUM, BENZOATE, (ADDED, TO, PRESERVE, FRESHNESS),, NATURAL, AND, ARTIFICIAL, FLAVOR,, SULFUR, DIOXIDE, [(SULFITES), ADDED, TO, PRESERVE, FRESHNESS]., CONTAINS:, WHEAT,, SOY..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •soybean oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •canola oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
- •sodium benzoate - Synthetic preservative
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains industrial formulations—refined/enriched flours, multiple added sugars, vegetable oils, emulsifiers, preservatives and flavorings—characteristic of ultra-processed foods.
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Common Questions about Nabisco Fig Newton Single Serve 10 Counts
Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! The Fig Newton packs a sweet punch with 24 grams of total sugars per serving, mostly from added sugars. It's a nice treat for a quick energy boost, but if you're looking for a snack that's high in protein or fiber, you might want to explore other options.
