Fudge swirl ice cream
Fudge swirl ice cream is a beloved frozen dessert featuring creamy vanilla ice cream interwoven with rich, ribbons of chocolate fudge. Originating in the United States, it typically combines a sweet cream base with a dense, chocolatey fudge that hardens slightly when frozen. It's a classic flavor found in ice cream parlors and grocery stores worldwide.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dessert is high in fat and carbohydrates, with a typical 1/2 cup serving containing around 150-250 calories. It provides calcium and some protein from the dairy base, but is primarily an indulgent treat due to its sugar and saturated fat content.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Carbs | 38 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 32 g |
| Sodium | 100 mg |
| Calcium | 100 mg |
| Phosphorus | 80 mg |
| Potassium | 150 mg |
| Vitamin A | 120 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3 mcg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.15 mg |
| Choline | 25 mg |
Per 1/2 cup (132 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The 'swirl' technique is key, as the fudge is often added at a specific temperature to create distinct ribbons rather than blending completely. Nutritionally, the fudge provides a concentrated source of quick energy from sugars, contrasting with the slower-digesting fats in the ice cream base.
