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Betty Crocker Rich And Creamy Frosting,  Milk Chocolate
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Betty Crocker Rich And Creamy Frosting, Milk Chocolate

Betty Crocker
16 oz
Available at Foodtown
130
Calories
0g
Protein
17g
Sugars
80mg
Sodium
40
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Betty Crocker Rich and Creamy Milk Chocolate Frosting is a familiar staple in the supermarket baking aisle, usually shelved beside boxed cake mixes, other tub frostings, canned icings, sprinkles and toppers. Packaged in a 16-ounce plastic tub with bright, brand-forward labeling, it reads as a convenience product intended for quick cake finishing and home decorating. Shoppers reach for it during busy holiday-baking runs, weekend cake projects, or when they need a last-minute topping for cupcakes or sheet cakes. The brand positioning leans heavily on nostalgia and reliability — Betty Crocker’s long history and marketing target home bakers looking for approachable, dependable results rather than artisanal or health-focused shoppers. Label characteristics include indulgent descriptors like “Rich” and “Creamy,” but little in the way of natural or organic certification; the ingredient list discloses both natural and artificial flavors and a preservative, which contrasts with any implied ‘‘homemade’’ feel. The product is highly processed in plain language: it combines refined sugars, corn syrup, refined fats and emulsifiers to achieve a stable, spreadable texture. Sensory details: the frosting is glossy, thick and smooth, spreading into a dense, sweet chocolate layer that holds piping shapes; its mouthfeel is creamy and sugary rather than cocoa-forward. Typical use is direct from the tub with a spatula or piping bag, a quick ritual for decorating birthday cakes, school treats or after-dinner indulgence. Its convenience, consistent performance and sweet flavor profile make it a go-to for celebratory baking in many American households.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2.0 tbsp
Servings per Container: 13
Calories130
% Daily Value*
Total Fat5g6%
Saturated Fat2.5g13%
Sodium80mg3%
Total Carbohydrate21g8%
Total Sugars17g
Added Sugars17g34%
Protein0g
* 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

Sugar,, High, Fructose, Corn, Syrup,, Palm, Oil,, Corn, Starch,, Water,, Cocoa, Processed, with, Alkali., Contains, 2%, or, Less, of:, Salt,, Monoglycerides,, Polysorbate, 60,, Sodium, Stearoyl, Lactylate,, Sodium, Acid, Pyrophosphate,, Citric, Acid,, Natural, and, Artificial, Flavor,, Freshness, Preserved, by, Potassium, Sorbate..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Palm Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Monoglycerides - Processed emulsifier
  • Polysorbate 60 - Processed emulsifier
  • Potassium Sorbate - Synthetic preservative
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Preservative

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains multiple industrial ingredients—high fructose corn syrup, palm oil, emulsifiers, stabilizers and preservatives—and is formulated for convenience and long shelf life, consistent with ultra-processed foods (NOVA 4).

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Common Questions about Betty Crocker Rich And Creamy Frosting, Milk Chocolate

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective! This frosting is definitely a treat—it's high in sugar, with 17 grams per two tablespoons. If you're indulging in a dessert, it's all about balance, so enjoy it in moderation alongside a well-rounded diet.

Perfect For

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weekend-brunch
back-to-school

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