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Nestle Drumstick Vanilla
Frozen Foods
📊 NOVA 4

Nestle Drumstick Vanilla

Drumstick
18.40 foz
Available at Foodtown
280
Calories
4g
Protein
21g
Sugars
90mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
34
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Nestle Drumstick Vanilla is the quintessential individually wrapped ice cream cone you’ll find stacked in upright freezers in the frozen novelties aisle, typically near other novelty bars, ice cream sandwiches, and family-sized tubs. Shoppers grab a box for quick treats, backyard gatherings, or to stash in the freezer for spontaneous desserts. It fits casual occasions — movie nights, tailgate and game-day spreads, summer road trips and school-lunch treat rotations. The Drumstick brand leans on decades of Americana: an iconic, family-oriented positioning that markets to parents buying for kids and adults chasing nostalgic comfort. Packaging highlights “The Original Sundae Cone” and classic vanilla flavor; label cues focus on taste and tradition rather than health claims — there are no organic or whole-food certifications and branding emphasizes indulgence and convenience. In plain terms of processing, this product is a highly processed frozen novelty made from dairy plus several industrial ingredients, oils and texturizers. Sensory details: unwrapping reveals a crisp, sugar cone filled with creamy vanilla ice cream, capped by a brittle chocolatey shell studded with roasted peanuts and a chocolatey nugget; textures alternate between crunchy cone, smooth frozen cream and hard chocolate snap, with a sweet, nutty finish. The ritual is simple — peel and enjoy — which fuels its role as a grab-and-go reward. Boxes of individually wrapped cones live in many American freezers as an easy, portioned indulgence that bridges childhood memories and quick adult treats.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 4
Calories280
% Daily Value*
Total Fat15g19%
Saturated Fat9g45%
Sodium90mg4%
Total Carbohydrate34g12%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars21g
Added Sugars17g34%
Protein4g
* 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

SKIM, MILK,, SUGAR,, PEANUTS,, COCONUT, OIL,, WHEY,, CORN, SYRUP,, BLEACHED, WHEAT, FLOUR,, PALM, OIL,, COCOA,, PALM, OLEIN,, SOY, LECITHIN,, SOYBEAN, OIL,, CREAM,, GUAR, GUM,, MONOGLYCERIDES,, MILK,, SALT,, NATURAL, FLAVOR,, CAROB, BEAN, GUM,, ANNATTO, COLOR.

Flagged Ingredients:

  • SOYBEAN OIL - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • SOY LECITHIN - Processed emulsifier
  • MONOGLYCERIDES - Processed emulsifier
  • ANNATTO COLOR - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Additive

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 multiple industrial ingredients (corn syrup, palm oils, emulsifiers, gums, bleached flour, added flavors and colors) and is formulated as a ready-to-eat processed frozen novelty, consistent with NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed).

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Common Questions about Nestle Drumstick Vanilla

The Drumstick Vanilla can be a fun treat, but calling it 'healthy' depends on your perspective. With 280 calories and 21 grams of sugar per serving, it's not exactly a health food, but if you're looking for a sweet indulgence after a long day, it can definitely hit the spot! Just remember, moderation is key — it’s about balance!

Perfect For

movie-night
game-day-prep
road-trip

Vibe:

nostalgicindulgentconvenientcomforting
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