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Pillsbury Frosting, Funfetti Chocolate Fudge
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Pillsbury Frosting, Funfetti Chocolate Fudge

Pillsbury
15.60 oz
Available at Foodtown
140
Calories
0g
Protein
18g
Sugars
105mg
Sodium
92
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Pillsbury Frosting, Funfetti Chocolate Fudge, arrives in a squat plastic tub with a peel-off lid and a separate compartment for rainbow candy confetti — the kind of item you’d find in the baking aisle next to cake mixes, other canned frostings, sprinkles, and boxed cake-decorating kits. It’s clearly positioned for celebrations: birthdays, school parties, and any last-minute occasion where a quick, colorful finish is needed. The packaging and “Funfetti” name signal a kid-focused, festive brand persona; Pillsbury leans into family-friendly nostalgia and convenience, targeting busy parents and home bakers who want party-ready results without extra effort. Label claims are minimal but effective — the product notes it is gluten free and emphasizes “fun” and ease; there are no organic or clean-label certifications, and the ingredient list contains artificial colors, flavors, emulsifiers, and preservatives rather than simple pantry items. In plain language, this is a highly processed dessert topping made with refined sugars, vegetable fats, stabilizers, and colorants. Sensory-wise, the frosting is glossy, thick and spreadable—designed to pipe smooth swirls or cover cakes quickly—while the confetti bits add a contrasting crunchy, sugary pop. Using it is a simple ritual: stir, scoop or pipe, top with the included sprinkles, and refrigerate after opening. In American grocery culture it sits at the intersection of convenience and celebration: a shortcut for creating instantly festive desserts that trade homemade complexity for bright visuals, consistent texture, and reliable shelf stability.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2.0 tbsp
Servings per Container: 13
Calories140
% Daily Value*
Total Fat6g8%
Saturated Fat3g15%
Sodium105mg5%
Total Carbohydrate21g8%
Total Sugars18g
Added Sugars18g36%
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,, Water,, Palm, Oil,, Corn, Syrup,, Cocoa, Processed, with, Alkali,, Corn, Starch,, Canola, Oil,, Contains, 2%, or, Less, of:, Salt,, Mono, and, Diglycerides,, Sodium, Acid, Pyrophosphate,, Natural, and, Artificial, Flavor,, Polysorbate, 60,, Modified, Corn, Starch,, Potassium, Sorbate, (Preservative),, Soy, Lecithin,, Citric, Acid,, Xanthan, Gum,, Antioxidants, (Ascorbyl, Palmitate,, Mixed, Tocopherols,, Chamomile, and, Rosemary, Extracts),, Artificial, Color,, Candy, Bits:, Sugar,, Rice, Flour,, Vegetable, Oil, (Palm, Kernel, and/or, Palm),, Corn, Starch,, Confectioner's, Glaze,, Gum, Arabic,, Cellulose, Gum,, Carrageenan,, Soy, Lecithin,, Yellow, 5,, Yellow, 6,, Blue, 1,, Carnauba, Wax,, Red, 40,, Blue, 2, Lake,, Artificial, Flavor..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Canola Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Palm Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Palm Kernel Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Mono and Diglycerides - Processed emulsifier
  • Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • Polysorbate 60 - Processed emulsifier
  • Potassium Sorbate - Synthetic preservative
  • Yellow 5 - Artificial coloring
  • Yellow 6 - Artificial coloring
  • Blue 1 - Artificial coloring
  • Red 40 - Artificial coloring
  • Blue 2 Lake - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo PreservativeNo 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 (refined sugars, palm/canola oils, emulsifiers, preservatives, artificial colors/flavors) and ready-to-use formulation, which classifies it as ultra-processed.

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Common Questions about Pillsbury Frosting, Funfetti Chocolate Fudge

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! This frosting is high in sugar and has some processed ingredients, so if you're looking for something nutrient-dense, this isn't it. But hey, if you're celebrating a birthday or just want to jazz up some cupcakes, a little indulgence can be part of a balanced approach!

Perfect For

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Vibe:

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