Blue Bunny

Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Blue Bunny Caramel Butter Pecan Praline ice cream falls significantly short of the cleaner food options promoted on our website. This product is neither organic nor free from genetically modified ingredients, which detracts from its healthfulness. The ingredient list reveals multiple instances of added sugars, including sugar and high fructose corn syrup, which contribute to its low rating.

Furthermore, the Blue Bunny Caramel Butter Pecan Praline ice cream contains a variety of potentially harmful additives. Among these are non-specific natural and artificial flavors, mono and diglycerides, xanthan gum, and sodium citrate. More concerning are the known harmful additives such as artificial flavors, caramel color, and carrageenan, all of which negatively impact the product’s score.

The presence of high fructose corn syrup is particularly notable, as it is a sweetener that has been linked to various health issues and is often flagged by health-conscious consumers. The inclusion of praline pecans adds to the sugar content, and the use of multiple thickening agents such as tara gum, guar gum, carob bean gum, cellulose gel, and cellulose gum raises questions regarding the necessity of so many similar ingredients.

The use of color additives such as annatto extract and caramel color, although contributing to the visual appeal of the product, also plays a part in its low health rating. These additives have been scrutinized for their potential effects on health and are often avoided by those seeking cleaner food alternatives.

The Blue Bunny Caramel Butter Pecan Praline ice cream is not aligned with the goal of offering healthier, cleaner food options. Due to its extensive list of additives, added sugars, and lack of organic or non-GMO ingredients, this product receives the lowest possible rating on our scale. Consumers seeking healthier ice cream alternatives are advised to consider other options that better meet the criteria for clean eating.