What Makes Nilla Wafers Special
Nilla wafers are thin, round cookies with a distinctive light texture and sweet vanilla flavor. Originally called "Vanilla Wafers," the product was rebranded to "Nilla Wafers" to create a more memorable and marketable name. These cookies are made with simple ingredients including enriched flour, sugar, and natural vanilla flavoring.
The wafers measure approximately 1.75 inches in diameter and have a characteristic golden-brown appearance with subtle ridged edges. Their light, airy texture makes them perfect for snacking or incorporating into dessert recipes.
Popular Uses and Recipes
- Pie crusts when crushed and mixed with butter
- Ice cream sandwich cookies
- Cheesecake bases
- Trifle layers
- Cookie crumb toppings for desserts
Nutritional Information and Varieties
A serving of Nilla wafers (approximately 8 cookies) contains around 140 calories, making them a relatively light snack option. Nabisco has also introduced variations over the years, including reduced-fat versions and different sizes, though the original remains the most popular.
The cookies are widely available in grocery stores across the United States and have maintained consistent packaging and branding for decades, contributing to their strong brand recognition in crossword clues and everyday shopping.
___ wafers (Nabisco treat) NYT Mini - FAQs
Q: What are Nilla Wafers made of?
Nilla Wafers contain enriched flour, sugar, soybean oil, high fructose corn syrup, whey, eggs, salt, leavening agents, soy lecithin, and natural vanilla flavor. They're a simple cookie with minimal ingredients.
Q: How many calories are in Nilla Wafers?
A serving of 8 cookies contains approximately 140 calories, 6 grams of fat, 21 grams of carbohydrates, and 2 grams of protein.
Q: Are Nilla Wafers gluten-free?
No, traditional Nilla Wafers contain wheat flour and are not gluten-free. However, some brands make gluten-free vanilla wafer alternatives.
