Vanilla ice cream sandwich
A vanilla ice cream sandwich is a frozen dessert consisting of a scoop or layer of vanilla ice cream pressed between two cookies, wafers, or brownies. It typically features a creamy vanilla ice cream filling and a soft or chewy outer layer, often made from chocolate or sugar cookies. This treat is popular in North America and is commonly found in ice cream trucks, grocery stores, and dessert shops.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dessert is generally high in carbohydrates and fat, with minimal protein, and provides a quick source of energy from sugars and fats. A single serving can range from 200 to 400 calories, depending on size and ingredients, and offers small amounts of calcium and vitamin D from the dairy in the ice cream.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Carbs | 42 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 28 g |
| Sodium | 150 mg |
| Calcium | 100 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Potassium | 150 mg |
| Vitamin A | 80 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 80 mg |
| Magnesium | 10 mg |
| Zinc | 0.5 mg |
Per 1 sandwich (about 113 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, the ice cream sandwich is a nostalgic and iconic summer treat in the United States, often associated with childhood and casual enjoyment. Nutritionally, it's a fun way to combine dairy and grains, but it's best enjoyed as an occasional indulgence due to its high sugar and calorie content.
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