Fig Newtons are a brand of fruit-filled cookies made with a soft, cake-like outer layer and a sweet fig-flavored filling.
The brand was first introduced in 1891 by the National Biscuit Company (now known as Nabisco).
It was named after the town of Newton, Massachusetts.
The original filling was made from fig paste, which gave the cookie its distinctive flavor.
Over the years, the brand has expanded to include other flavors such as strawberry and raspberry.
In 2012, Nabisco rebranded the product as 'Newton' instead of 'Fig Newton', but the original name has remained more popular with consumers.
Little Debbie is a brand of snack cakes and cookies that includes fig-filled options similar to Fig Newtons.
Sun-Maid is a brand of dried fruit snacks that includes figs as one of its products.
Nature's Bakery is a brand that specializes in fig-based snacks, including fig bars and fig-filled cookies.
The classic Fig Newton cookie filled with fig paste.
A variation on the classic recipe filled with strawberry paste instead of fig.
A variation on the classic recipe filled with raspberry paste instead of fig.
Yes, the original Fig Newtons do not contain any animal products and are considered vegan-friendly.
No, the original Fig Newtons do not contain gluten. However, some of the flavored varieties may contain ingredients with gluten.
One cookie typically contains around 50-70 calories, 1 gram of fat, and 10 grams of sugar. The specific nutritional profile may vary depending on the flavor and size of the cookie.
Yes, Fig Newtons can be frozen and stored for up to 6 months. However, the texture of the cookie may change slightly after freezing and thawing.
Fig Newtons typically have a shelf life of around 2-3 months if stored in a cool, dry place. The expiration date should be printed on the packaging.