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B&J, Dublin Mudslide
Frozen Foods
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B&J, Dublin Mudslide

Ben & Jerry's
16 foz
Available at Foodtown
340
Calories
5g
Protein
34g
Sugars
170mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
50
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Ben & Jerry's Dublin Mudslide is a 16-oz pint that you'll find stocked in the frozen desserts aisle, tucked with other premium ice creams like Häagen-Dazs and novelty pints near the supermarket's center coolers. Shoppers encounter it alongside other indulgent treats — cookie-dough tubs, fudge-bar novelties, and artisanal gelatos. It fits impulse buys for movie-night or game-day spreads, special-occasion desserts, or a weekend treat after brunch. The brand positions itself as a playful, socially conscious premium indulgence aimed at young adults and families who want a decadent, shareable experience; packaging leans on bold, colorful artwork and quirky flavor names rather than child-oriented mascots. Labels often emphasize flavor sourcing and social messaging; you may see “fair trade” cocoa or non-GMO claims on the brand level, but this item is not organic. The ingredient list shows cream and milk blended with multiple sugars, syrups, emulsifiers, and stabilizers — in plain terms, this is a highly processed, factory-made dessert rather than a single-ingredient homemade ice cream. Sensory notes: cold, ultra-creamy base with dense mouth-coating richness, frequent chocolate and coffee swirls, and soft chewy or cakey inclusions that add textural contrast. The package is a cardboard pint with a foil or plastic lid; ritual use is spooned straight from the pint in dim living-room lighting, spoon-sharing at gatherings, or portioned onto cones or sundaes for an indulgent finish to a meal. It reads as a celebratory, comfort-focused product in American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.66 cup
Servings per Container: 3
Calories340
% Daily Value*
Total Fat18g23%
Saturated Fat11g55%
Trans Fat0.5g
Cholesterol65mg22%
Sodium170mg7%
Total Carbohydrate40g15%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars34g
Added Sugars28g56%
Protein5g
* 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

Cream,, Skim, Milk,, Water,, Liquid, Sugar, (Sugar,, Water),, Sugar,, Wheat, Flour,, Egg, Yolks,, Soybean, Oil,, Corn, Syrup,, Chocolate, Liquor,, Brown, Sugar,, Cocoa, (Processed, with, Alkali),, Coconut, Oil,, Cocoa,, Whey, Spirit,, Honey,, Natural, Flavor,, Coffee,, Salt,, Pectin,, Sea, Salt,, Guar, Gum,, Vanilla, Extract,, Cocoa, Butter,, Molasses,, Baking, Soda,, Carrageenan,, Soy, Lecithin..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soybean 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 not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial ingredients and additives — liquid sugar, corn syrup, stabilizers (carrageenan, guar gum), emulsifiers (soy lecithin), and 'natural flavor' — consistent with an ultra-processed (NOVA 4) product.

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Common Questions about B&J, Dublin Mudslide

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective! If you're looking at it as an occasional treat, it can certainly fit into a balanced diet. Just keep in mind that it has a good amount of sugar and fat, so moderation is key. It's all about context, right?

Perfect For

movie-night
weekend-brunch
game-day-prep

Vibe:

indulgentcomfortingnostalgic
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