Dreyer’s
Flavor:
Slow Churned® Caramel Delight Light Ice Cream
Ingredients:
Non-Fat Milk, Sugar, Cream, Corn Syrup, Caramel Swirl (Sweetened Condensed Milk [Condensed Milk, Sugar], Sugar, Corn Syrup, Water, Coconut Oil, Pectin, Salt, Baking Soda, Vanilla Extract), Polydextrose, Soluble Corn Fiber, Whey, Mono And Diglycerides, Buttermilk, Carob Bean Gum, Guar Gum, Baking Soda, Natural Flavor, Vitamin A Palmitate
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, Dreyer’s Slow Churned® Caramel Delight Light Ice Cream falls short in providing a cleaner food option. This score reflects its composition, which includes several ingredients that raise concerns for those seeking healthier alternatives.
The product is not organic, and it does not use non-GMO ingredients, which detracts from its appeal to consumers prioritizing natural food sources. Added sugars are present in the form of sugar and polydextrose, contributing to the product’s high sweetness level and caloric content. Dextrose and corn syrup, identified as more harmful added sugars, are also part of the ingredient list, potentially exacerbating the negative health impacts associated with excessive sugar consumption.
Further scrutiny reveals the inclusion of potentially harmful additives. Natural flavor and diglycerides are among the constituents that may not align with the principles of clean eating due to their processed nature. Additionally, the product is marked down for containing palm oil, a controversial ingredient often criticized for its environmental impact and potential health implications.
The presence of these elements in Dreyer’s Slow Churned® Caramel Delight Light Ice Cream signals a departure from the simpler, more wholesome ingredients that health-conscious consumers seek. The product contains non-fat milk, cream, and buttermilk, which are dairy bases commonly found in ice cream. However, the use of stabilizers like carob bean gum and guar gum, although common in light ice creams to improve texture, may not resonate with those preferring minimal processing.
For consumers dedicated to finding cleaner, more natural food options, this ice cream does not meet the criteria set by our rating system. The accumulation of non-organic ingredients, GMOs, added sugars, harmful additives, and oils lead to its low score. Shoppers searching for healthier dessert alternatives are advised to consider other options that better align with their dietary values and environmental concerns.
Certifications:
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