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Nabisco Fig Newton Single Serve 10 Counts
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Nabisco Fig Newton Single Serve 10 Counts

Newtons
20 oz
Available at Foodtown
200
Calories
2g
Protein
24g
Sugars
180mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
61
Ingredients

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

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 10
Calories200
% Daily Value*
Total Fat4g5%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Sodium180mg8%
Total Carbohydrate41g15%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars24g
Added Sugars16g32%
Protein2g
* 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

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
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Preservative

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

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.

Perfect For

back-to-school
road-trip
movie-night

Vibe:

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