Jeni’s Ice Cream

Rated at 2 out of 5 green leaves, Jeni’s Ice Cream Coffee With Cream & Sugar falls short of the cleaner food options we advocate for on our website. This ice cream, while boasting a rich coffee flavor, is let down by its ingredients list, which fails to align with our standards for health and sustainability.

The product is not organic, which is a significant factor in its lower rating. Organic foods are generally considered to be cleaner due to the absence of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers. The presence of GMOs in Jeni’s Ice Cream further detracts from its score, as many consumers seeking clean food options prefer to avoid genetically modified ingredients.

Added sugars are a primary concern in many food products, and this ice cream is no exception. The inclusion of cane sugar and tapioca syrup, both forms of added sugars, negatively impacts the healthfulness of the product. These ingredients contribute to the overall sugar content, which is a key issue for those monitoring their sugar intake for health reasons.

Furthermore, the product contains nonfat milk and cream, which, while common in ice cream, also contribute to the fat content. The use of Intelligentsia Black Cat Espresso and Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Extract provides the distinctive flavor profile but does not compensate for the other less desirable ingredients.

The product does include some positive elements, such as the use of sea salt and citric acid, which are natural preservatives. However, these do not outweigh the negatives that have led to the low score.

Jeni’s Ice Cream Coffee With Cream & Sugar has room for improvement to meet the criteria for a cleaner, healthier food option. By replacing non-organic ingredients with organic ones, eliminating GMOs, and reducing added sugars, it could rise in our green leaf rating. Until then, it remains a product with a 2 out of 5 green leaves rating, reflecting our commitment to guiding consumers toward healthier and more environmentally friendly choices.