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Is Ben & Jerry's Vanilla Caramel Fudge Ice Cream healthy?

Vanilla Caramel Fudge Ice Cream

Ice Cream & Frozen Desserts · Updated 2026-10-19

Longevity Score

18/100

Food Integrity Score

52/100

Consider Avoiding

At least one major score is weak enough that many people will want a clearer alternative for regular use.

Quick answer

Consider Avoiding

Ben & Jerry's vanilla caramel fudge ice cream is rated consider avoiding overall, with a Longevity Score of 18 out of 100 and a Food Integrity Score of 52 out of 100. Dessert-style ice cream with high added sugar and saturated fat; simple ingredients but low nutrient density for regular use. Strengths include short, recognizable ingredient list, real dairy and egg yolk, and no artificial colors or sweeteners listed, while main considerations include high added sugar (about 37g per serving), high saturated fat (about 14g per serving), and little fiber and modest protein.

Longevity Score 18/100Food Integrity Score 52/100

What helped the score?

  • Short, recognizable ingredient list
  • Contains real dairy and egg yolk
  • No artificial colors or sweeteners listed

What held the score back?

  • High added sugar (about 37g per serving)
  • High saturated fat (about 14g per serving)
  • Little fiber and modest protein

Ingredients

Ingredient list

CREAM, SKIM MILK, LIQUID SUGAR (SUGAR, WATER), WATER, SUGAR, CORN SYRUP, EGG YOLKS, COCOA (PROCESSED WITH ALKALI), SALT, CHOCOLATE LIQUOR, CARRAGEENAN, VANILLA EXTRACT, GUAR GUM, BAKING SODA.

Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.

Key nutrition

Per serving: 152 g (2/3 cup)

  • Calories39120% DV
  • Protein5g10% DV
  • Total Carbs44g16% DV
  • Fiber0g0% DV
  • Total Fat21g27% DV
  • Saturated Fat14g70% DV
Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details

Product facts

Product
Ben & Jerry's Vanilla Caramel Fudge Ice Cream
Category
Ice Cream & Frozen Desserts (source: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt)
GTIN / UPC
00076840400072
Serving size
152 g (2/3 cup)
Source data — ingredients
Ingredient list from product label data (see Sources)
Healthy Food Guide analysis
Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards. See methodology under Sources.
Data last verified

How this product may fit different goals

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  • Low-Spike Stability

    Watch-outs

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Low-Spike Stability, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Higher net carbs (44g)

    This product has 3 additional signals for this goal.

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  • Heart-Healthy Eating

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    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Heart-Healthy Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Higher saturated fat (14g)

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  • GLP-1 Eating Support

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    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing GLP-1 Eating Support, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Higher sugar (37g)

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  • Low Sugar Lifestyle

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    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Low Sugar Lifestyle, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Higher sugar (37g)

    This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.

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  • Appetite & Portion Awareness

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    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Appetite & Portion Awareness, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Higher sugar (37g)

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  • Athletic Fueling

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    Athletic Performance

    For someone prioritizing Athletic Fueling, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Carbohydrate is almost entirely sugar (37g of 44g carbs)

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Common questions about this product

Is Ben & Jerry's Vanilla Caramel Fudge Ice Cream highly processed?

Food Integrity lists processing level as Highly processed. That reflects formulation and processing signals from the ingredient analysis — not a medical or regulatory classification.

Why are the Longevity and Food Integrity scores different?

Longevity emphasizes nutrition per serving and longer-term dietary alignment. Food Integrity emphasizes ingredients, additives, processing, and label transparency. The same product can score differently on those lenses.

How much fiber is in one serving?

Ben & Jerry's Vanilla Caramel Fudge Ice Cream shows about 0g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.

Does it contain added sugar?

Ben & Jerry's Vanilla Caramel Fudge Ice Cream: 37g added sugar per serving; sweetener signals include liquid sugar, sugar. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.

What helped the Longevity Score?

Key positives called out in the analysis include: Short, recognizable ingredient list; Contains real dairy and egg yolk; No artificial colors or sweeteners listed.

What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?

Key concerns noted include: High added sugar (about 37g per serving); High saturated fat (about 14g per serving); Little fiber and modest protein.

Who might evaluate this product differently?

People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same ice cream & frozen desserts differently. Use the goal preview on this page, then personalize in KarbCoach for your priorities.

Other published analyses in Ice Cream & Frozen Desserts, selected from the same Healthy Food Guide catalog.

Source data and Healthy Food Guide analysis

  1. Public label databases (including USDA FoodData Central and Open Food Facts) — Possible sources for package ingredients and nutrition.
  2. Healthy Food Guide analysis (Longevity and Food Integrity) — Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards.
  3. How the Longevity Score is calculated
  4. How the Food Integrity Score is calculated
  5. Scoring models: KarbCoach Longevity and Food Integrity.
  6. Independent analysis. No manufacturer affiliation.
  7. Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions. Full sources and safety details.
Label accuracy and safety information

Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions.

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