Ice cream bar, stick or nugget, with crunch coating
Whole food · Dairy and Egg Products
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This is a frozen dairy dessert on a stick, typically vanilla or chocolate flavored, encased in a hard, crunchy shell made from chocolate, nuts, or cookie crumbs. The first bite delivers a satisfying snap from the coating, followed by a smooth, creamy interior. Nutritionally, it is an energy-dense treat, with most calories coming from fats and sugars.
Calorie split: 2% protein · 39% carbs · 59% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People adore the classic combination of a cold, creamy center with a contrasting crunchy shell, which makes each bite a textural delight. It's a nostalgic, portable treat that evokes summer fun and is easy to enjoy on the go.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
With 25.26g of fat and 21.05g of sugar per 100g, it can contribute to blood sugar spikes and is high in saturated fats. To counteract this, practice strict portion control, enjoy it after a balanced meal to slow sugar absorption, or choose versions with nut-based coatings for added fiber and protein.
Key benefits
- Provides a quick source of energy from carbohydrates and fats
- Contains some calcium and protein from its dairy base
- Offers a convenient, portion-controlled frozen snack format
- The crunchy coating adds textural contrast and enjoyment
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The invention of the ice cream cone is famously attributed to an ice cream vendor at the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair who ran out of dishes and rolled waffles to hold the scoops.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 35.5 g |
| Energy | 358 kcal |
| Energy | 1497 kj |
| Protein | 2.1 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 25.3 g |
| Ash | 0.41 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 37.1 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.1 g |
| Total Sugars | 21.1 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 63.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.00 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 11.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 57.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 71.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 84.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.32 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.03 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 4.0 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.04 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.07 mg |
| Niacin | 0.55 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.30 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.11 mg |
| Folate, total | 3.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 3.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 3.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 45.0 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.09 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 35.0 ug |
| Retinol | 35.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 5.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 105 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 2.3 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 3.0 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.10 ug |
| Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) | 0.10 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 22.3 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 17.9 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.41 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.24 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.12 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.27 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.32 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 1.2 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.10 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 11.7 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.06 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 3.5 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 1.2 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 1.1 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 2.2 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 2.0 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.19 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 16.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Ice cream sundae cone — USDA does not publish this profile for Ice cream bar.
| Tryptophan | 0.01 g |
| Threonine | 0.02 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.03 g |
| Leucine | 0.06 g |
| Lysine | 0.02 g |
| Methionine | 0.01 g |
| Cystine | 0.02 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.04 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.02 g |
| Valine | 0.04 g |
| Arginine | 0.03 g |
| Histidine | 0.02 g |
| Alanine | 0.03 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.03 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.29 g |
| Glycine | 0.03 g |
| Proline | 0.10 g |
| Serine | 0.04 g |
FAQ
What is the crunchy coating typically made of?
It's most commonly a layer of chocolate or a chocolate-flavored compound, often mixed with chopped nuts (like almonds or peanuts), cookie pieces, or crispy rice for texture.
Is this a good post-workout snack?
While it provides quick carbs and some protein, its high fat and sugar content make it less ideal for recovery. A better choice would be a snack with a higher protein-to-sugar ratio, like Greek yogurt with fruit.
Why does the coating crack so cleanly?
The coating is designed to be brittle at freezing temperatures. It's typically a fat-based compound (like cocoa butter) that contracts when frozen, creating a clean fracture when bitten or broken.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 3.58 kcal/g · 2% calories from protein · 1.1 g fiber · 21.1 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 1.18 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.