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Twix Vanilla Flavored Ice Cream Bar 3 fl oz
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📊 NOVA 4

Twix Vanilla Flavored Ice Cream Bar 3 fl oz

Twix
3 fl oz
Available at Foodtown
250
Calories
2g
Protein
23g
Sugars
75mg
Sodium
75
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Twix Vanilla Flavored Ice Cream Bar (3 fl oz) sits in the freezer aisle among novelty frozen treats — think ice cream bars, sandwiches, and candy-bar-branded frozen novelties. You'll spot it near boxes of other single-serve bars and familiar candy brands' frozen lines, often in multi-pack boxes or individually wrapped plastic sleeves displayed in freezer cases. This product suits quick treats on the go: grab-and-go snacks after errands, movie-night desserts, or a sweet finish to a backyard BBQ. It plays into Twix's candy-bar heritage, appealing to fans who want the familiar caramel-cookie pairing in a cold form; the branding targets teens, young adults and parents buying an indulgent kids' treat, leaning on nostalgia and convenience. Packaging highlights the Twix logo and imagery of caramel and cookie pieces — there are no organic or clean-label certifications, and the ingredient list includes artificial flavors and emulsifiers, so health-halo claims are limited to indulgence and “ice cream” familiarity rather than wellness. In plain processing terms, this is a multi-component, industrially produced novelty combining ice cream, candy coating and cookie pieces. Sensory notes: a cold, creamy vanilla center gives way to sticky, sweet caramel ribbons and crunchy cookie crumbs, wrapped in a thin chocolatey coating that offers a slight snap before melting; texture contrasts are the main pleasure point. Rituals around it are casual and fun — unwrapping a single-serve bar, savoring it on a summer walk or sharing a box at a party. The product reads as a convenient, nostalgia-driven indulgence rather than a health-focused choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 1
Calories250
% Daily Value*
Total Fat14g18%
Saturated Fat10g50%
Cholesterol15mg5%
Sodium75mg3%
Total Carbohydrate28g10%
Total Sugars23g
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,, CREAM,, SUGAR,, CORN, SYRUP,, WHEY,, MONO, AND DIGLYCERIDES,, CAROB, BEAN, GUM,, GUAR, GUM,, MILKFAT,, LACTOSE,, CARRAGEENAN,, ANNATTO EXTRACT, (COLOR),, SALT,, ARTIFICIAL, AND, NATURAL, FLAVORS., CHOCOLATEY, COATING:, SUGAR, COCONUT, OIL,, MILK,, LACTOSE,, PALM, OIL,, CHOCOLATE,, COCOA, POWDER,, SOY, LECITHIN, ARTIFICIAL, FLAVOR., CARAMEL:, CORN, SYRUP,, SKIM, MILK,, SUGAR,, PALM, OIL,MILKFAT,, LACTOSE, SALT,, CARRAGEENAN,, ARTIFICIAL, FLAVOR., COOKIE, PIECES:, WHEAT, FLOUR,, PALM, OIL,, SUGAR, CANOLA, OIL,, MONOGLYCERIDE,, BAKING, SODA,, SOY, LECITHIN,, HONEY, POWDER,, COCOA PROCESSED, WITH, ALKALI,, SALT,, NATURAL, AND, ARTIFICIAL, FLAVORS,, CARAMEL, COLOR..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • CANOLA OIL - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • PALM OIL - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES - Processed emulsifier
  • SOY LECITHIN - Processed emulsifier
  • ANNATTO EXTRACT (COLOR) - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo 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?

The bar combines multiple industrial components (ice cream base, chocolatey coating, caramel, cookie pieces) and includes additives (mono- and diglycerides, gums, artificial flavors, palm/coconut oils), consistent with an ultra-processed food (NOVA 4).

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Common Questions about Twix Vanilla Flavored Ice Cream Bar 3 fl oz

Well, 'healthy' is a bit subjective! The Twix Vanilla Ice Cream Bar has 250 calories and a good amount of sugar, making it more of an indulgent treat than a health food. If you're looking for a sweet snack to satisfy your cravings, it can fit into a balanced diet, but it’s not exactly a protein powerhouse or a fiber friend.

Perfect For

movie-night
road-trip
game-day-prep

Vibe:

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