Light ice cream cone, vanilla, prepackaged
Common food
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This is a classic, prepackaged light vanilla ice cream cone, offering a crisp, edible wafer shell filled with a smooth, creamy, and mildly sweet vanilla-flavored ice cream. It delivers a satisfying textural contrast between the crunchy cone and the soft, cold filling, with a familiar, comforting vanilla taste. Nutritionally, it provides a moderate calorie count with a notable carbohydrate content, primarily from sugars, while offering a small amount of protein.
Calorie split: 10% protein · 61% carbs · 29% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the nostalgic, simple joy of a handheld ice cream treat—the perfect blend of a sweet, creamy vanilla core and a satisfyingly crunchy cone. It's a versatile, no-mess dessert that evokes childhood memories and provides instant, cool refreshment.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The primary concern is the high sugar content (16.4g per 100g), which can cause rapid blood-sugar spikes, especially for those monitoring glucose levels. It also contains common allergens like wheat (in the cone) and milk. To counteract this, pair it with a source of protein or healthy fat (like a handful of nuts) to slow sugar absorption, and practice strict portion control by enjoying just one cone as an occasional treat rather than a daily snack.
Key benefits
- Provides a quick source of energy from carbohydrates.
- Offers a small amount of protein (5.41g per 100g).
- Convenient, single-serving, prepackaged snack.
- Lower in fat than many full-fat ice cream alternatives.
- Satisfies sweet cravings in a portion-controlled format.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The edible ice cream cone was popularized at the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair, where a waffle maker allegedly rolled his waffles to hold ice cream when dishes ran out, creating a culinary icon.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 51.6 g |
| Energy | 223 kcal |
| Protein | 5.4 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 7.3 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 34.2 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.70 g |
| Total Sugars | 16.4 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 128 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.80 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 21.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 99.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 212 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 133 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.63 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.08 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 2.5 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.80 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.10 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.21 mg |
| Niacin | 1.1 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.05 mg |
| Folate, total | 24.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 16.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 8.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 35.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 22.8 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.40 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 86.0 ug |
| Retinol | 85.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 10.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 2.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.45 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.10 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 1.6 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 12.0 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 3.3 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.14 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.09 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.06 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.11 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.12 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.40 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 1.3 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.70 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 2.4 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.07 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 2.2 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.02 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.86 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.59 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.06 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.01 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 |
| Cholesterol | 22.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Ice creams, vanilla, rich — USDA does not publish this profile for Light ice cream cone.
| Tryptophan | 0.04 g |
| Threonine | 0.14 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.18 g |
| Leucine | 0.30 g |
| Lysine | 0.25 g |
| Methionine | 0.08 g |
| Cystine | 0.03 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.15 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.14 g |
| Valine | 0.20 g |
| Arginine | 0.14 g |
| Histidine | 0.08 g |
| Alanine | 0.14 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.65 g |
| Glycine | 0.15 g |
| Proline | 0.34 g |
| Serine | 0.17 g |
FAQ
How does 'light' ice cream differ nutritionally from regular ice cream?
'Light' ice cream typically contains less fat and/or fewer calories than regular ice cream, often achieved by using more air (overrun) and sometimes milk solids or stabilizers. This specific product has 7.3g fat per 100g, which is lower than many premium ice creams that can exceed 15g fat.
Is the cone itself a significant source of nutrients?
The wafer cone contributes mostly carbohydrates and a small amount of fiber. It's made from flour, sugar, and fat, providing structure and crunch but minimal vitamins or minerals.
Can this be part of a balanced diet?
Yes, as an occasional treat within a varied diet. Its prepackaged nature helps with portion control. To balance it, consider having it after a meal with protein and fiber to mitigate the blood sugar impact, and account for its sugar and calorie content in your daily intake.
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 2.23 kcal/g · 10% calories from protein · 0.7 g fiber · 16.4 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: 0.63 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.