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Talenti Gelato, Vanilla Caramel Swirl
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Talenti Gelato, Vanilla Caramel Swirl

Talenti
16 foz
Available at Foodtown
200
Calories
4g
Protein
25g
Sugars
60mg
Sodium
18
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Talenti Gelato Vanilla Caramel Swirl is a pint-sized frozen dessert you’ll find tucked in the supermarket frozen dessert aisle, usually in the specialty gelato/sorbet section near other premium spreads like sorbettos, artisanal ice creams, and novelty frozen desserts. Shelves often display glass-style clear pint containers that let the caramel ribbons and pale gelato show through; nearby are similar branded pints and upscale ice cream tubs. Shoppers reach for this product on indulgent grocery runs, date-night dinners, weekend brunch stock-ups, or when entertaining small groups who prefer a premium dessert. Brand positioning leans into artisanal, small-batch cues: simple white labels, a clean font, and the tag line about better ingredients that suggests a premium, slightly upscale treat aimed at adults who want indulgence without mainstream junk-food imagery. There is a light natural halo from visible vanilla beans and lemon zest in the ingredient list, but no organic certification or explicit kid-focused characters. Label claims emphasize quality ingredients and craft rather than nutrition. Processing context: it is a manufactured frozen gelato that combines dairy, multiple added sugars, and a stabilizing gum to achieve a consistent texture. Sensory details include a dense, silky mouthfeel typical of gelato, a cool, creamy base with ribbons of viscous caramel, and subtle vanilla and citrus notes from vanilla beans and lemon zest. Packaging invites a slow spoon ritual — scoop, swirl, and share from the clear pint — and it is often served straight from the freezer into small bowls for an intimate, comforting finish to a meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.5 cup
Servings per Container: 4
Calories200
% Daily Value*
Total Fat9g12%
Saturated Fat6g30%
Cholesterol35mg12%
Sodium60mg3%
Total Carbohydrate27g10%
Total Sugars25g
Protein4g
* 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

No., 39, Ingredients:, Milk,, Sugar,, Cream,, Skim, Milk,, Dextrose,, Vanilla, Extract,, Glucose,, Carob, Gum,, Vanilla, Beans,, Lemon, Zest..

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?

Contains multiple added sugars (sugar, dextrose, glucose) and a stabilizer (carob gum) alongside dairy ingredients, indicating industrial formulation with additives, consistent with ultraprocessed foods.

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Common Questions about Talenti Gelato, Vanilla Caramel Swirl

It really depends on what you mean by 'healthy.' This gelato has a good balance of creamy deliciousness with 200 calories per half-cup serving, but it does pack in 25 grams of sugar. If you're looking for a sweet treat to enjoy in moderation, this could be a delightful option, but it's not exactly a health food.

Perfect For

movie-night
weekend-brunch
post-dinner-treat

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