Ice Cream Ingredients
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What it is
Ice cream is a frozen dessert typically made from dairy products, such as milk and cream, combined with sweeteners, flavorings, and often stabilizers and emulsifiers. The mixture is churned while freezing to incorporate air and create a smooth, creamy texture. It is a popular treat enjoyed worldwide.
Why it's used
Ice cream is primarily consumed as a dessert on its own, or as an accompaniment to other desserts like pies and cakes. It is also used in milkshakes, sundaes, and other frozen confections. Manufacturers add various ingredients to achieve desired texture, flavor, and shelf stability.
Health notes
Ice cream is a composite food, and its nutritional content, including calories, saturated fat, and added sugars, varies significantly by product. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend limiting added sugars and saturated fat, with no amount of added sugars recommended and saturated fat intake under 10% of daily calories. Many ice cream products contain food additives like emulsifiers, stabilizers, and colors, which are approved by the FDA for use in food. The safety of these individual ingredients is assessed by regulatory bodies like the FDA.
Allergen info
Ice cream is primarily made from dairy, which is a major allergen (milk). Many varieties also contain eggs, another major allergen. Depending on the flavor and mix-ins, ice cream can also contain other major allergens like tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, or soy.
Products containing Ice Cream Ingredients
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Safeway, Inc.
Vanilla Ice Cream With Chocolate Wafers Sandwiches, Vanilla
High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving
268kcal
3.6Protein
8.9Fat
42.9Carbs
Safeway, Inc.
Neapolitan Chocolate, Strawberry Vanilla Ice Cream With Chocolate Wafers Sandwiches, Neapolitan
268kcal
3.6Protein
8.9Fat
42.9Carbs
Safeway, Inc.
Vanilla Ice Cream With Chocolate Wafers Sandwiches, Vanilla
High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving
268kcal
3.6Protein
8.9Fat
42.9Carbs
Safeway, Inc.
Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream With Chocolate Wafers Sandwiches, Mint Chocolate Chip
High in added sugars — 22% DV per serving
286kcal
3.6Protein
10.7Fat
44.6Carbs
Safeway, Inc.
Cookies 'N Cream Vanilla Ice Cream With Cookie Pieces & Chocolate Wafers Sandwiches, Cookies 'N Cream
High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving
268kcal
3.6Protein
8.9Fat
46.4Carbs
Safeway, Inc.
Vanilla Ice Cream With Chocolate Wafers Sandwiches, Vanilla
High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving
268kcal
3.6Protein
8.9Fat
42.9Carbs