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Talenti Layers Salted Caramel Truffle
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Talenti Layers Salted Caramel Truffle

Talenti
11.40 foz
Available at Foodtown
330
Calories
5g
Protein
34g
Sugars
140mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
65
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Talenti Layers Salted Caramel Truffle arrives in a clear, reusable pint jar tucked in the premium frozen desserts case, alongside other gelatos, artisanal ice creams and dairy-free sorbettos. You’ll spot it near pint-format novelty tubs and specialty chocolate or dessert items rather than basic ice cream tubs. It reads like an indulgent, treat-yourself purchase for shoppers planning dessert for movie night, a small celebration, or a weekend splurge. The brand positions itself as a premium, craft-forward gelato maker: sleek jar packaging, “non-GMO sourced” claims and an emphasis on high-quality ingredients and Pintcycling social media reuse. This isn’t marketed to kids with cartoon mascots; instead it targets adults and young families seeking a slightly upscale convenience dessert — millennial and Gen X buyers who respond to artisanal styling and Instagram-friendly packaging. The label leans on natural language and sourcing claims (non-GMO sourced, high-quality ingredients) and recyclable jar messaging, but the ingredient list includes multiple refined sugars, oils and stabilizers. In plain terms, it’s a highly processed frozen layered dessert built for texture and flavor contrast: smooth, dense gelato, ribboned dulce de leche, crunchy chocolate cookie layers and soft chocolate truffle pieces. The ritual is casual decadence — scoop straight from the jar for sharing on movie night, spooning a fifth-layer reveal for an indulgent finish, or pairing with coffee at a weekend brunch. The clear jar and layering make it visually appealing on the shelf and at the table, reinforcing its role as an occasional indulgence rather than everyday ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0 cup
Servings per Container: 3
Calories330
% Daily Value*
Total Fat15g19%
Saturated Fat11g55%
Cholesterol45mg15%
Sodium140mg6%
Total Carbohydrate42g15%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars34g
Added Sugars24g48%
Protein5g
* 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

Milk,, Sugar, (Non-GMO),, Skim, Milk,, Cream,, Water,, Coconut, Oil,, Corn, Syrup, (Non-GMO),, Egg, Yolks,, Cocoa, (Processed, with, Alkali),, Egg, Whites,, Enriched, Wheat, Flour,, (Folic, Acid,, Riboflavin,, Thiamin, Mononitrate,, Reduced, Iron,, Niacin,, Wheat, Flour),, Dextrose, (Non-GMO),, Baking, Soda,, Palm, Oil,, Soybean, Oil, (Non-GMO),, Vanilla, Extract,, Locust, Bean, Gum,, Sunflower, Lecithin,, Sea, Salt,, Soy, Lecithin,, Dried, Cane, Syrup, (Non-GMO),, Cocoa,, Natural, Flavor,, Guar, Gum,, Corn, Starch,, Salt..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soybean Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Sunflower Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • 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?

Multiple refined sweeteners, vegetable oils, emulsifiers, stabilizers and layered industrial components indicate ultraprocessing; the product is a manufactured ready-to-eat frozen dessert rather than a minimally processed food.

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Common Questions about Talenti Layers Salted Caramel Truffle

The Salted Caramel Truffle is a delightful treat, but calling it 'healthy' might be a stretch. With 330 calories and 34 grams of sugar per serving, it's more of an indulgence than a health food. If you're looking for a dessert to enjoy occasionally rather than a daily staple, this could be a sweet choice!

Perfect For

movie-night
weekend-brunch
game-day-prep

Vibe:

indulgentluxuriouscomfortingnostalgic
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