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Alden's Organic Ice Cream, Cookies & Cream
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Alden's Organic Ice Cream, Cookies & Cream

Aldens Organic
48 foz
Available at Foodtown
230
Calories
3g
Protein
19g
Sugars
40mg
Sodium
56
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Alden's Organic Cookies & Cream is a family‑size frozen dessert tub you’d find in the supermarket’s frozen desserts aisle, often shelved with other premium and organic ice creams and near the natural/organic freezer section rather than next to novelty bars. The large 48‑fl‑oz container reads like a friendly, farm‑minded brand story: organic certification badges, “no artificial flavoring,” “no high fructose corn syrup,” and non‑GMO claims signal a cleaner ingredient intent for shoppers seeking organic indulgence. It’s positioned for everyday celebrations—scoopable for after‑dinner desserts, movie‑night sharing, or as the last‑minute treat for casual weekend gatherings—and also appeals to shoppers stocking a family freezer. The marketing leans on small‑farm, community values and simple honesty (“Only the good stuff”), targeting parents and value‑conscious organic shoppers who want a nostalgic cookies‑and‑cream experience without synthetic additives. Label characteristics include prominent USDA Organic and “certified organic” seals, explicit “no carrageenan” and “no artificial coloring” claims, and conversational copy about supporting family farms; the design avoids flashy kid‑centric characters but emphasizes wholesome, family‑friendly warmth. Sensory expectations: creamy, smooth vanilla ice cream with crunchy cookie pieces providing textural contrast; scoops come from a paperboard/laminated tub and invite spoon‑and‑share rituals at the table. Processing context: although built from organic milk, cream and cookies, the ingredient list includes stabilizers, an emulsifier and tapioca syrup—industrial components used to ensure consistent texture and scoopability in packaged ice cream. Overall it reads as an organic, indulgent frozen dessert that balances perceived naturalness with modern processing for shelf stability and mouthfeel.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.67 cup
Servings per Container: 9
Calories230
% Daily Value*
Total Fat13g17%
Saturated Fat7g35%
Cholesterol35mg12%
Sodium40mg2%
Total Carbohydrate25g9%
Total Sugars19g
Added Sugars17g34%
Protein3g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Milk, (Organic),, Cream, (Organic),, Cane, Sugar, (Organic),, Crushed, Creme, Cookies, (Organic), (Wheat, Flour, (Organic),, Sugar, (Organic),, Sunflower, Oil, (Organic),, Cane, Sugar, (Organic),, Cocoa, (Organic), (Processed, with, Alkali),, Cocoa, (Organic),, Salt,, Baking, Soda,, Vanilla, Extract, (Organic)),, Tapioca, Syrup, (Organic),, Tapioca, Starch, (Organic),, Vanilla, Extract, (Organic),, Guar, Gum, (Organic),, Soy, Lecithin, (Organic),, Locust, Bean, Gum, (Organic),, Xanthan, Gum..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sunflower Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
No Seed OilNo Emulsifier

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial ingredients and additives (tapioca syrup, guar/locust bean/xanthan gums, soy lecithin) and packaged cookie inclusions, characteristic of ultra‑processed formulations designed for texture, stability and long shelf life.

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Common Questions about Alden's Organic Ice Cream, Cookies & Cream

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, right? Alden's Cookies & Cream is organic and has no artificial sweeteners or preservatives, which is a win! But it does have added sugars and is higher in calories, so while it can be a delightful treat, you might want to enjoy it in moderation, especially if you're watching your sugar intake.

Perfect For

movie-night
weekend-brunch
game-day-prep

Vibe:

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