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Is Trader Joe's Dulce De Leche Ice Cream healthy?

Dulce De Leche Ice Cream

Sweets & Desserts · Updated 2026-10-18

Longevity Score

52/100

Food Integrity Score

63/100

Limit When Possible

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Quick answer

Limit When Possible

Trader Joe's dulce de leche ice cream is rated limit when possible overall, with a Longevity Score of 52 out of 100 and a Food Integrity Score of 63 out of 100. Dairy-and-egg dessert built on sugar and cream; few additives, but added sugar and saturated fat are high for one serving. Strengths include short, recognizable ingredient list, no artificial colors or sweeteners, and some protein from milk and eggs, while main considerations include high added sugar from cane sugar and tapioca syrup, saturated fat from cream and butter, and negligible fiber.

Longevity Score 52/100Food Integrity Score 63/100

What helped the score?

  • Short, recognizable ingredient list
  • No artificial colors or sweeteners
  • Contains some protein from milk and eggs

What held the score back?

  • High added sugar from cane sugar and tapioca syrup
  • Saturated fat from cream and butter
  • Negligible fiber

Ingredients

Ingredient list

CREAM, MILK, CANE SUGAR, NONFAT MILK, TAPIOCA SYRUP, EGG YOLKS, BUTTER (CREAM, SALT), SALT, SODIUM BICARBONATE, NATURAL VANILLA FLAVOR, PECTIN, CAROB BEAN GUM, GUAR GUM

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

Key nutrition

Per serving: 123 g (0.66 cup (123.0 g))

  • Calories30015% DV
  • Protein5g10% DV
  • Total Carbs39g14% DV
  • Fiber0g0% DV
  • Total Fat14g18% DV
  • Saturated Fat8g40% DV
Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details

Product facts

Product
Trader Joe's Dulce De Leche Ice Cream
Category
Sweets & Desserts (source: Desserts)
GTIN / UPC
00000000775557
Serving size
123 g (0.66 cup (123.0 g))
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

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    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 (39g)

    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 (8g)

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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 (33g)

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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 (33g)

    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 (33g)

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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 (33g of 39g carbs)

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Common questions about this product

Is Trader Joe's Dulce De Leche Ice Cream highly processed?

Food Integrity lists processing level as Moderately 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?

Trader Joe's Dulce De Leche Ice Cream shows about 0g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.

Does it contain added sugar?

Trader Joe's Dulce De Leche Ice Cream: 25g added sugar per serving; sweetener signals include cane sugar, tapioca syrup. 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; No artificial colors or sweeteners; Contains some protein from milk and eggs.

What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?

Key concerns noted include: High added sugar from cane sugar and tapioca syrup; Saturated fat from cream and butter; Negligible fiber.

Who might evaluate this product differently?

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

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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

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