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Edy's Ice Cream, Grand Coffee
Frozen Foods
📊 NOVA 4🌾 Gluten-Free

Edy's Ice Cream, Grand Coffee

Edy's
48 foz
Available at Foodtown
160
Calories
2g
Protein
19g
Sugars
60mg
Sodium
16
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Edy's Ice Cream, Grand Coffee (48 fl oz) sits in the frozen desserts aisle in a large plastic tub, usually shelved alongside other pints and family-size tubs of ice cream, frozen novelties, and dairy-based desserts. The brand reads as classic American: a mid-market, family-friendly label that trades on nostalgia and everyday indulgence — a familiar choice for shoppers who want a reliably creamy dessert without premium prices. Packaging calls out comforting cues: 'no artificial colors or flavors,' 'no rBST used,' and OU Kosher dairy certification, creating a modest health halo while clearly not claiming organic status. This coffee-flavored frozen dairy dessert suits movie nights, casual weekend gatherings, or any occasion that calls for an easy, shareable treat — think sundae bars, scoop-and-top rituals after dinner, or brownie-averse ice cream sandwiches at a backyard party. Sensory notes: a smooth, scoopable texture with a melt-in-your-mouth creaminess and pronounced sweet coffee notes; toppings like chocolate sauce, nuts, or whipped cream amplify the ritual of serving. It’s marketed toward families and adults seeking comfort and familiarity, leaning on warm, nostalgic messaging rather than hyper-premium or artisanal positioning. On the label, stabilizers and emulsifiers (guar gum, carob bean gum, monoglycerides) and sweeteners (corn syrup, sugar) are present, reflecting industrial formulation. In plain terms, this is a processed frozen dairy dessert designed for long shelf life, consistent texture, and mass appeal. Consumers use it as a convenient dessert staple — scooped straight from the tub into bowls or used as the creamy base for desserts at gatherings, where convenience and dependable flavor matter most.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.67 cup
Servings per Container: 9
Calories160
% Daily Value*
Total Fat6g8%
Saturated Fat4.5g23%
Cholesterol5mg2%
Sodium60mg3%
Total Carbohydrate26g9%
Total Sugars19g
Added Sugars14g28%
Protein2g
* 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,, Whey,, Corn, Syrup,, Sugar,, Coconut, Oil,, Coffee,, Cream,, Guar, Gum,, Monoglycerides,, Carob, Bean, Gum..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Coconut Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Monoglycerides - Processed emulsifier
No Seed OilNo Emulsifier

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?

The product contains industrial ingredients and additives (corn syrup, stabilizers, emulsifiers, whey) and is an industrially formulated frozen dairy dessert, fitting the ultraprocessed NOVA 4 category.

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Common Questions about Edy's Ice Cream, Grand Coffee

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective! This ice cream has 160 calories per serving and contains some added sugars, so if you're looking for a low-calorie treat, it might not fit the bill. However, if you're just craving a sweet coffee fix, it can be a delightful indulgence in moderation!

Perfect For

movie-night
weekend-brunch
game-day-prep

Vibe:

nostalgicindulgentcomforting
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