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Nonnis Biscotti, Limone
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Nonnis Biscotti, Limone

Nonni's
6.88 oz
Available at Foodtown
110
Calories
2g
Protein
11g
Sugars
95mg
Sodium
50
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Nonni's Limone biscotti arrives on store shelves as a small, European-inspired treat tucked in the cookie and tea/coffee aisle or the specialty bakery section—often displayed near other packaged biscotti, crisp cookies, and gourmet coffee pods. The box typically contains a lined tray of several twice-baked, elongated cookies finished with a white confectionery coating flavored with lemon. Shoppers reach for this item on leisurely weekend grocery runs, when assembling a brunch spread, or as a small hostess gift; it’s also a common pick for coffee breaks, office snack drawers, and travel snack bags. Brand positioning leans toward artisan-inspired convenience: Nonni’s markets a heritage, Italian-style image that appeals to adults seeking a slightly upscale, coffee-pairing cookie rather than a children’s sweet. Packaging and front-of-pack language may highlight “natural flavors” and real butter in the ingredient list, creating a mild health or quality halo, but there is no organic certification or overt child-focused branding. In plain terms, the product is industrially made from refined wheat flour, sugar, eggs, butter, and an added confectionery coating containing vegetable oils and dairy powders, plus baking aids—so it’s a processed packaged bakery item. Sensory experience centers on a dry, crisp snap and a firm, twice-baked texture that’s pleasantly airy rather than cakey; the lemon note is bright but sugary, and the white coating adds a creamy, slightly waxy sweetness. Rituals include dunking in coffee or tea to soften the crumb, stacking them on dessert plates, or packing a couple in a tote for an afternoon pick-me-up.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 8
Calories110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat3.5g4%
Saturated Fat2g10%
Cholesterol20mg7%
Sodium95mg4%
Total Carbohydrate18g7%
Total Sugars11g
Added Sugars10g20%
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

Wheat, Flour, (Wheat, Flour,, Malted, Barley, Flour),, Sugar,, White, Confectionery, Coating, (Sugar,, Palm, Kernel, and, Palm, Oil,, Whey, Powder,, Nonfat, Dry, Milk, Solids,, Soy, Lecithin,, Salt,, and, Natural, Flavor),, Eggs,, Salted, Butter, (Sweet, Cream,, Salt),, Natural, Flavors,, Baking, Powder, (Sodium, Acid, Pyrophosphate,, Baking, Soda,, Corn, Starch,, Monocalcium, Phosphate, Monohydrate),, Salt..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • palm kernel oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • palm oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
No Seed OilNo Emulsifier

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 refined flours, added sugars, industrial confectionery coating with palm oils and emulsifiers, and baking additives—characteristics of ultra-processed foods. The ingredients list and packaged, shelf-stable form align with NOVA group 4.

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Common Questions about Nonnis Biscotti, Limone

The Limone biscotti can be a delightful treat rather than a health food. At 110 calories per serving and with 11 grams of sugar, it's definitely a sweet indulgence. If you're looking for a snack that’s primarily nutritious, you might want to consider options like fresh fruit or nuts, but hey, everything in moderation, right?

Perfect For

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movie-night
road-trip

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