1 serving (100 grams) contains 237 calories, 4.0 grams of protein, 8.0 grams of fat, and 37.0 grams of carbohydrates.
Calories |
564.3 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 19.0 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.9 g | 59% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 47.6 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 357.1 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrates | 88.1 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 8% | |
| Sugars | 35.7 g | ||
| protein | 9.5 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 238.1 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 357.1 mg | 7% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
An ice cream sandwich is a delightful frozen dessert that combines creamy ice cream, typically vanilla, chocolate, or other popular flavors, pressed between two soft cookie layers or thin wafers. Originating in the United States in the early 20th century, it has become an iconic treat embraced worldwide. While the ice cream provides a source of calcium and some protein, its high sugar and fat content make it more of an indulgence than a health-conscious choice. The cookie or wafer layers, often sweetened and made with refined flour, contribute to its caloric density. This dessert is best enjoyed as an occasional treat rather than a regular addition to a balanced diet. However, modern variations using low-fat ice cream or whole-grain wafer layers provide lighter alternatives for those seeking to minimize intake of added sugars and fats.
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Daily value percentages based on FDA guidelines. Nutrient recommendations from NIH Office of Dietary Supplements and Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
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