Baskin Robbins

Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Baskin Robbins Cotton Candy Ice Cream falls significantly short of meeting the criteria for a cleaner food option. This product is not organic and contains genetically modified (GMO) ingredients, factors that negatively impact its rating on our scale. It also has added sugars, including sugar and citric acid, which are elements we actively discourage in cleaner diet choices.

Further scrutiny reveals the presence of high fructose corn syrup in the form of corn syrup, which constitutes a major deduction due to its association with adverse health effects. The ice cream includes a range of potentially harmful additives, such as artificial flavors and mono and diglycerides, which contribute to its low score. Sodium citrate appears twice in the ingredient list, which may indicate an oversight, as it is unlikely to be intentionally listed twice.

Most concerning are the known harmful additives present in the product. Artificial flavors and carrageenan are ingredients that have been linked to negative health outcomes, and their presence in the ice cream is a red flag for those seeking healthier food alternatives.

The color of the ice cream comes from natural sources such as spirulina extract and vegetable juice from beets and red sweet potatoes. However, the use of natural coloring does not offset the other unhealthy aspects of the product.

The Baskin Robbins Cotton Candy Ice Cream, with its score of 1/5 green leaves, is a product our evaluation deems best avoided for those pursuing a diet of cleaner, healthier food options. The combination of non-organic ingredients, GMOs, multiple forms of added sugars, and harmful additives overshadows any potential appeal this product may have. Consumers are encouraged to seek alternative options that align better with the values of health and wellness.