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Turkey Hill Ice Cream, Original Recipe, Colombian Coffee
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Turkey Hill Ice Cream, Original Recipe, Colombian Coffee

Turkey Hill
46 foz
Available at Foodtown
140
Calories
2g
Protein
16g
Sugars
70mg
Sodium
27
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Turkey Hill Ice Cream, Original Recipe Colombian Coffee (46 fl oz) is a large, family-style frozen dessert commonly found in the supermarket frozen aisle alongside other pints and tubs of ice cream, novelties, frozen desserts and gelatos. You’ll spot it stacked in chest freezers or on shelving near other mainstream brands and coffee-flavored offerings. It works for quick weeknight treats, casual weekend gatherings, movie nights or as an easy dessert for small celebrations. Turkey Hill positions itself as an accessible, familiar American ice cream brand — broadly aimed at families and budget-conscious shoppers who want a reliably tasty, nostalgic indulgence rather than a premium artisanal product. Packaging often highlights flavor names like “Colombian Coffee” and “Original Recipe,” leaning on heritage cues; there are no organic certifications and the label may emphasize “real milk” or classic flavors, creating a mild health halo despite added sweeteners. Visually the tub is a plastic container with a peelable lid designed for scooping at home. Sensory experience: a cold, creamy texture with coffee aroma and a sweet, mellow bitterness from the coffee inclusion; emulsifiers and stabilizers give it a smooth, slightly dense scoop that melts steadily rather than too quickly. Typical use is family-style scooping into bowls, pairing with pie or brownies, or a late-night coffee-flavored treat. In plain terms, this is a processed ice cream made from milk and multiple added sugars, fats and texturizers to ensure consistent texture and shelf stability.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.67 cup
Servings per Container: 9
Calories140
% Daily Value*
Total Fat4g5%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium70mg3%
Total Carbohydrate23g8%
Total Sugars16g
Added Sugars12g24%
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,, Sugar,, Corn, Syrup,, Milk,, Coconut, Oil,, Whey,, Maltodextrin,, Contains, Less, than, 1%, of, Coffee,, Mono, &, Diglycerides,, Cellulose, Gel,, Cellulose, Gum,, Locust, Bean, Gum,, Carrageenan..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Coconut Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Mono & Diglycerides - 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?

Contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives (corn syrup, maltodextrin, mono- and diglycerides, cellulose gums, carrageenan) and is formulated for convenience and long shelf life, consistent with ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Turkey Hill Ice Cream, Original Recipe, Colombian Coffee

Well, that depends on your definition of 'healthy'! It's certainly a delightful treat, but it's not exactly a superfood. With 140 calories and 16 grams of sugar per serving, it's more of an indulgence than a health food. Think of it as a sweet pick-me-up rather than a daily staple!

Perfect For

movie-night
weekend-brunch
game-day-prep

Vibe:

indulgentnostalgiccomforting
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