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Halo Top Mix-Ins Chocolate Fudge Brownie Ice Cream
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Halo Top Mix-Ins Chocolate Fudge Brownie Ice Cream

Halo Top
16 foz
Available at Foodtown
160
Calories
6g
Protein
17g
Sugars
160mg
Sodium
6g
Fiber
77
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Halo Top Mix-Ins Chocolate Fudge Brownie (16 fl oz) sits as a brightly labeled pint in the frozen desserts aisle, typically in the front-facing freezer doors near other single-serve and “light” ice creams, frozen yogurts, and novelty low-calorie tubs. Shoppers will spot it alongside other Halo Top flavors and alternative diet-focused frozen treats rather than next to full-fat premium brands. It’s marketed for after-dinner indulgence, movie-night spooning, tailgate or game-day dessert spreads, and as a grab-and-go sweet for calorie-conscious grocery runs. The brand positions itself as a guilt-reducing treat — colorful, millennial-friendly packaging with big calorie-per-pint claims and “light” cues that emphasize portion control and weight-conscious choices. Labels include “ultrafiltered milk” callouts, “natural flavors,” and sweetener names like stevia, which contribute to a health-halo even though the ingredient list contains many functional additives. There’s no organic certification; branding leans toward modern, clean, and diet-aware rather than artisanal. In plain language, this product is heavily processed: it combines concentrated dairy, sugar substitutes, fibers, emulsifiers, stabilizers, and flavor systems to recreate a creamy, low-calorie ice cream experience. Sensory notes: the base is lighter and more aerated than full-fat ice cream, with a cool, slightly less rich mouthfeel; fudge brownie pieces add chewy, chocolatey pockets and ribboned brownie batter provides sticky indulgence. The ritual is casual—spooning straight from a pint on the couch or scooping into small bowls for sharing—sold in a coated cardboard pint with a plastic lid designed for single-evening consumption.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.66 cup
Servings per Container: 3
Calories160
% Daily Value*
Total Fat4.5g6%
Saturated Fat2g10%
Cholesterol10mg3%
Sodium160mg7%
Total Carbohydrate31g11%
Dietary Fiber6g21%
Total Sugars17g
Added Sugars12g24%
Protein6g
* 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

Ultrafiltered, Skim, Milk*,, Skim, Milk,, Sugar,, Soluble, Corn, Fiber,, Cocoa, Processed, with, Alkali,, Erythritol,, Cream,, Soybean, Oil,, Vegetable, Glycerine,, Water,, Unbleached, Wheat, Flour, (Wheat, Flour,, Malted, Barley, Flour),, Tapioca, Syrup,, Contains, 1%, or, Less, of, Natural, Flavors,, Cocoa, Powder,, Wheat, Flour,, Molasses,, Invert, Sugar,, Eggs,, Dried, Egg, Whites,, Salt,, Soy, Lecithin,, Baking, Soda,, Inulin,, Vitamin, A, Palmitate,, Stevia, Leaf, Extract, (Reb, M),, Mono, and, Diglycerides,, Cellulose, Gel,, Cellulose, Gum., *, Not, an, Ingredient, in, Regular, Ice, Cream..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soybean Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • Mono and Diglycerides - 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 many industrial ingredients and additives (sugar alcohols, soluble fiber, emulsifiers, stabilizers, non-sugar sweeteners, flavor systems) and is formulated to mimic a homemade product, which classifies it as ultra-processed.

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Common Questions about Halo Top Mix-Ins Chocolate Fudge Brownie Ice Cream

When we talk about health, it really depends on your personal goals. This ice cream has a decent protein and fiber content compared to traditional ice creams, so if you're looking for a sweet treat that won't completely derail your day, it can fit in nicely. Just remember, 'healthy' is subjective — it’s all about balance!

Perfect For

movie-night
game-day-prep
road-trip

Vibe:

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