Ice Cream Cookies N' Cream
by Current S Tackle
This ultra-processed ice cream combines multiple seed oils, high fructose corn syrup, and numerous synthetic additives including potential gut disruptors like carrageenan and polysorbate 80. The Oreo cookie mix adds refined flour and artificial flavoring, making this a highly inflammatory dessert with minimal nutritional value.
- Milk – beneficial · Whole milk provides protein, calcium, and fat-soluble vitamins, forming the creamy base of ice cream.
- Cream – safe · Heavy cream adds richness and fat content necessary for proper ice cream texture and mouthfeel.
- Cane Sugar – safe · Natural sugar that provides sweetness but contributes to blood sugar spikes and empty calories.
- High Oleic Canola Oil – controversial · Processed seed oil that may contribute to inflammation despite being higher in oleic acid than regular canola.
- Palm Oil – controversial · Saturated fat that's stable for processing but often sourced unsustainably and highly processed.
- Canola Oil – controversial · Highly processed seed oil linked to inflammation and omega-6 fatty acid imbalance.
- Soybean Oil – controversial · Heavily processed seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids that may promote inflammation.
- High Fructose Corn Syrup – dangerous · Processed sweetener linked to metabolic dysfunction, fatty liver disease, and increased inflammation.
- Corn Syrup – controversial · Processed glucose syrup that rapidly spikes blood sugar and provides empty calories.
- Enriched Flour – controversial · Refined wheat flour stripped of nutrients then artificially fortified, contributing to blood sugar spikes.
- Cocoa – beneficial · Alkali-processed cocoa powder that provides chocolate flavor but with reduced antioxidant content.
- Maltodextrin – controversial · Highly processed starch that spikes blood sugar more than table sugar and may disrupt gut bacteria.
- Polysorbate 80 – dangerous · Synthetic emulsifier linked to gut inflammation, microbiome disruption, and increased intestinal permeability.
- Carrageenan – dangerous · Seaweed extract linked to intestinal inflammation, gut barrier dysfunction, and digestive issues.
- Mono and Diglycerides – controversial · Synthetic emulsifiers that may contribute to gut inflammation and metabolic issues with regular consumption.
- Soy Lecithin – safe · Natural emulsifier derived from soybeans that helps bind ingredients together.
- Vanillin – safe · Artificial vanilla flavoring that mimics natural vanilla but lacks the complex flavor compounds.
- Natural Vanilla Extract – beneficial · Real vanilla extract that provides authentic flavor and small amounts of beneficial compounds.
- Cellulose Gel – safe · Plant-based fiber used as a stabilizer that adds no nutritional value but is generally safe.
- Cellulose Gum – safe · Modified plant cellulose used as a thickener that passes through the body undigested.
- Guar Gum – safe · Natural fiber from guar beans that acts as a thickener and may have mild prebiotic effects.
- Nonfat Dry Milk – safe · Concentrated milk proteins that add structure and protein content to the ice cream base.
- Salt – safe · Enhances flavor and helps balance the sweetness in the ice cream formulation.
- Cornstarch – safe · Natural thickening agent that helps provide structure in the cookie pieces.
- Baking Soda – safe · Leavening agent used in cookie production to create texture and rise.
- Calcium Phosphate – safe · Mineral compound used as a leavening agent and calcium fortification.
- Calcium Oxides – safe · Food-grade mineral compound used for pH adjustment and preservation.
- Niacin – beneficial · B vitamin added to enriched flour for nutritional fortification.
- Reduced Iron – beneficial · Iron supplement added to enriched flour to prevent iron deficiency.
- Thiamine Mononitrate – beneficial · Vitamin B1 added to enriched flour for nutritional fortification.
- Riboflavin – beneficial · Vitamin B2 added to enriched flour for nutritional fortification.
- Folic Acid – beneficial · Synthetic form of folate added to prevent birth defects and support cellular function.
- Chocolate – safe · Processed chocolate that provides flavor but likely contains additional sugar and processing agents.
Contains real dairy for protein and calcium
Includes natural vanilla extract
Added B vitamins and iron from fortified flour
Multiple inflammatory seed oils
High fructose corn syrup linked to metabolic dysfunction
Carrageenan causes intestinal inflammation
Polysorbate 80 disrupts gut barrier
Ultra-processed with numerous synthetic additives
High sugar content promotes blood sugar spikes
Contains refined flour with poor nutritional value
About This Analysis
This ingredient analysis for Ice Cream Cookies N' Cream was performed by Truelabel, an AI-powered food scanner that grades products from A (excellent) to F (failing) based on ingredient quality. The analysis covers seed oil content, ultra-processed ingredients, preservatives, artificial colors, allergens, and potential health risks including cancer risk, hormonal disruption, and gut irritation scores.
Category: Dessert