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Enlightened Ice Cream Bars, Mint Fudge Swirl
Frozen Foods
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Enlightened Ice Cream Bars, Mint Fudge Swirl

Enlightened
15 foz
Available at Foodtown
90
Calories
8g
Protein
3g
Sugars
75mg
Sodium
6g
Fiber
49
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Enlightened Ice Cream Bars, Mint Fudge Swirl sit in the supermarket freezer aisle among premium frozen novelties and diet-friendly frozen desserts, often perched next to other 'light' ice creams, protein bars, and indulgent single-serve bars. You are most likely to spot the brightly branded box near the store's natural and low-calorie section or on endcap displays during promotional weeks. This product fits quick weeknight desserts, movie-night treats, and weekend snack runs — an option for shoppers wanting an individually portioned, lower-calorie sweet. Enlightened positions itself as a modern, guilt-reducing brand that blends indulgence with health-conscious cues; its marketing skews toward younger adults and parents who prize macro-aware choices, fitness-friendly options, and trendy flavors. Packaging highlights calorie counts and low-sugar claims rather than organic or whole-food certifications, and label copy emphasizes taste and 'better-for-you' attributes; there are no organic or explicit natural certifications. Processing is significant: the bars use multiple isolated ingredients and sweetener blends rather than simple whole foods, placing them in the commercially processed dessert category. Sensory details: each bar offers a cold, creamy base with a smooth mint profile and swirls of dense fudge that snap slightly against the teeth; the texture is lighter than traditional full-fat ice cream due to bulking fibers and sugar alternatives. The box holds individually wrapped bars in glossy single-serve sleeves, making them convenient to pull from the freezer for an after-dinner ritual or to pack for a short trip. Eating one is a quick, portion-controlled indulgence that feels both familiar and engineered for modern diets.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 4
Calories90
% Daily Value*
Total Fat4g5%
Saturated Fat3g15%
Cholesterol10mg3%
Sodium75mg3%
Total Carbohydrate16g6%
Dietary Fiber6g21%
Total Sugars3g
Protein8g
* 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,, Soluble, Corn, Fiber,, Sugar,, Allulose,, Cream,, Milk, Protein, Concentrate,, Coconut, Oil,, Cocoa,, Cocoa, Processed, with, Alkali,, Cellulose, Gel,, Mono, &, Diglycerides,, Cellulose, Gum,, Natural, Flavor,, Monk, Fruit, Extract,, Butter, Oil,, Stevia, Extract,, Spirulina, Extract, (Color),, Beta, Carotene, (Color),, Corn, Starch,, Vanilla, Extract,, Soy, Lecithin,, Vitamin, A, Palmitate..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Mono & Diglycerides - Processed emulsifier
  • Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • Spirulina Extract - Artificial coloring
  • Beta Carotene - Artificial coloring
No EmulsifierNo Additive

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 ingredient list contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives (soluble corn fiber, allulose, mono- and diglycerides, cellulose gums, sweetener blends, flavors and colorants) and is formulated rather than whole-food-based, consistent with NOVA group 4 ultraprocessed foods.

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Common Questions about Enlightened Ice Cream Bars, Mint Fudge Swirl

That's a great question! The Mint Fudge Swirl bars are relatively low in calories at just 90 per bar and pack a decent protein punch with 8 grams. They offer a good dose of fiber (6 grams), which can help keep you feeling satisfied. However, 'healthy' can be subjective — it’s a treat, so enjoy it in moderation as part of a balanced diet!

Perfect For

movie-night
weekend-brunch
road-trip

Vibe:

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