Ice Cream Wafer
An Ice Cream Wafer is a classic frozen treat consisting of a scoop or block of ice cream sandwiched between two thin, crispy wafer cookies. The wafers are typically lightly sweetened, made from flour, sugar, and butter or vegetable oil, while the ice cream filling comes in flavors like vanilla, chocolate, or strawberry. This beloved dessert originated in Europe and the U.S. but has become especially iconic in South Asia, particularly India, where it's a staple street-side snack and comfort food.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Ice Cream Wafers are high in carbohydrates and fat, with moderate sugar content, providing a quick energy boost along with some calcium from the dairy base. A typical serving of one ice cream wafer sandwich contains roughly 200–280 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 230 kcal |
| Protein | 3.2 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 9.5 g |
| Fiber | 0.4 g |
| Sugar | 18 g |
| Sodium | 105 mg |
| Calcium | 120 mg |
| Vitamin A | 120 IU |
| Phosphorus | 95 mg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 µg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.08 mg |
| Iron | 0.6 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.2 µg |
Per 1 ice cream wafer sandwich (85 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The ice cream wafer holds a unique cultural status in India, where it remains one of the most affordable and widely loved frozen desserts — often sold by street vendors and in local parlors for just a few rupees. Its simplicity and nostalgic appeal make it a cross-generational favorite, often evoking childhood memories across South Asian diasporas worldwide.
