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Stella D'oro Coffee Treats Cookies, Anisette Sponge
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Stella D'oro Coffee Treats Cookies, Anisette Sponge

Stella D'oro®
6.10 oz
Available at Foodtown
100
Calories
2g
Protein
10g
Sugars
95mg
Sodium
50
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Stella D'oro Coffee Treats Anisette Sponge Cookies are a small, sweet companion marketed to coffee and tea drinkers looking for a light, traditional-style cookie. You'd spot the 6.1 oz package in the cookie and biscuit aisle—usually shelved near biscotti, tea cookies, and other packaged coffee accompaniments—often cross-merchandised near breakfast items or the coffee display. These cookies fit into morning or mid-afternoon rituals: brunch with friends, a quick pick-me-up alongside a cup of espresso, or a simple office snack. The Stella D'oro brand leans on old-world Italian bakery tradition and nostalgia, positioned toward shoppers seeking a familiar, heritage-flavored treat rather than a premium artisanal product. Labeling emphasizes taste and tradition rather than health claims; there are no organic or natural certifications, and any front-of-package cues emphasize bakery heritage and pairing suggestions rather than wellness. Ingredients show refined flour, added sugars, emulsifiers, preservatives and artificial colors, so in plain terms this is a packaged, processed bakery item created for shelf stability and consistent flavor. Sensory experience is lightly sweet with anise flavor, a tender, sponge-like crumb with slightly crisp edges and a melt-in-the-mouth quality; the cookies are often sold in a printed cardboard box or flow-wrapped inner tray enabling shared, grab-and-go consumption. Rituals include dunking in coffee or tea, offering at casual gatherings, or tucking into a lunchbox. The product’s convenience, predictable texture and Italian-inspired branding give it a familiar, comfort-focused spot in American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2.0
Servings per Container: 6
Calories100
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Cholesterol20mg7%
Sodium95mg4%
Total Carbohydrate21g8%
Total Sugars10g
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

INGREDIENTS:, ENRICHED, BLEACHED, WHEAT, FLOUR, (WHEAT, FLOUR,, NIACIN,, REDUCED, IRON,, THIAMINE, MONONITRATE,, RIBOFLAVIN,, FOLIC, ACID),, SUGAR,, EGGS,, CONTAINS, 2%, OR, LESS, OF:, GLYCERIN,, INVERT, SYRUP,, BAKING, SODA,, SODIUM, ALUMINUM, PHOSPHATE,, SALT,, CALCIUM, PROPIONATE, (PRESERVATIVE),, AMMONIUM, BICARBONATE,, ARTIFICIAL, COLORS, (YELLOW, 5,, YELLOW, 6),, SOY, LECITHIN,, ANISE, OIL., CONTAINS:, WHEAT,, EGG,, SOY..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • calcium propionate - Synthetic preservative
  • Yellow 5 - Artificial coloring
  • Yellow 6 - Artificial coloring
No EmulsifierNo PreservativeNo Additive

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, multiple industrial additives (preservative, emulsifier, artificial colors, invert syrup, glycerin) and is manufactured for shelf stability, fitting the NOVA ultraprocessed category.

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Common Questions about Stella D'oro Coffee Treats Cookies, Anisette Sponge

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective! These cookies have some sugar and artificial colors, so they're more of a treat than a health food. If you're looking for a sweet snack to enjoy with your coffee, they fit the bill perfectly, but they might not be the best choice if you're aiming for a nutrient-packed option.

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