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Butter Pecan Ice Cream Calories
Creamy ice cream with butter and pecans
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
½ cup (medium) of Butter Pecan Ice Cream (66 g) has 180 calories. That works out to 273 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.9 g of carbs, 2.5 g of protein, 11.3 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 115.5 µg of Vitamin A covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 57 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Butter Pecan Ice Cream Nutrition Facts
Selected: ½ cup (medium) · 66 g
180
KCAL / 66G
Carbs
17.9g
· 7% DV
Protein
2.5g
· 5% DV
Fat
11.3g
· 14% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 39% · Protein 5% · Fat 56%
Butter Pecan Ice Cream nutrition facts table · ½ cup (medium) (66 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 180 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.3 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 5.74 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.23 g | |
| Sodium | 54 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 17.9 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in ½ Cup of Butter Pecan Ice Cream?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| ½ cup (medium) | 66 g | 180 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (small) | 33 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 85 g | 232 kcal |
| 0.75 cup (large) | 99 g | 270 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 273 kcal |
| 1 cup (extra large) | 132 g | 360 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 170 g | 464 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 473 g | 1291 kcal |
Calculated from 273 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Butter Pecan Ice Cream
What is Butter Pecan Ice Cream?
Butter Pecan Ice Cream is a creamy ice cream, usually vanilla-based, mixed with pecans that have been toasted in butter or given a buttery flavor. The nuts add a roasted, slightly sweet taste and a crunchy texture.
What does Butter Pecan Ice Cream taste like?
Butter Pecan Ice Cream tastes creamy, buttery, and sweet, with a toasted, nutty flavor from the pecans. Its flavor is usually richer and less sharply caramel-like than ice creams made with pralined nuts.
Does Butter Pecan Ice Cream contain real butter?
Sometimes. Traditional recipes often toast pecans in butter, but recipes and commercial versions differ; some use butter flavoring instead. The name describes the flavor, so it does not guarantee that every version contains butter.
How do you make Butter Pecan Ice Cream at home?
Make a vanilla ice cream base, then fold in pecans toasted in butter and cooled completely. Adding warm nuts can melt the base, while cooling them first helps preserve the ice cream’s texture and the nuts’ crunch.
Are the pecans in Butter Pecan Ice Cream toasted?
Usually, yes. Toasting pecans in butter brings out their nutty flavor and gives this ice cream its characteristic richness. Cool the pecans before mixing them in so they do not melt the ice cream base.
What is the difference between Butter Pecan Ice Cream and butter pecan praline ice cream?
Butter Pecan Ice Cream typically features buttery toasted pecans, while praline versions use nuts coated or cooked with caramelized sugar. The praline variation usually has a stronger caramel sweetness and a more candied crunch.
Is pecan the same nut as walnut in Butter Pecan Ice Cream?
No. Pecans and walnuts are different nuts, with distinct flavors and textures. Butter Pecan Ice Cream is made with pecans; swapping in walnuts creates a different flavor, even if the ice cream base stays the same.
How should you serve Butter Pecan Ice Cream?
Serve Butter Pecan Ice Cream slightly softened in a bowl or cone. A few extra toasted pecans or a little caramel sauce can complement it, though the ice cream is already sweet and rich on its own.
How do you store Butter Pecan Ice Cream after opening?
Keep Butter Pecan Ice Cream tightly covered in the coldest part of the freezer, rather than in the door. Repeated softening and refreezing can form ice crystals and make its creamy texture less pleasant.
Can Butter Pecan Ice Cream cause weight gain?
It can contribute to weight gain when large portions or frequent servings add more energy than your body uses. Enjoying a modest serving occasionally is a practical way to have it without making it an everyday treat.
Butter Pecan Ice Cream Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
115.5µg · 13% DV
B12
0.25µg · 10% DV
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
B5
0.26mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
68mg · 10% DV
Manganese
0.2mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Calcium
80mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
117mg · 3% DV
Sodium
54mg · 2% DV
Butter Pecan Ice Cream Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Butter Pecan Ice Cream
To burn the 180 calories in ½ cup (medium) (66 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Butter Pecan Ice Cream?
Butter Pecan Ice Cream is an American-style ice cream made with a buttery, creamy base and pieces of pecans, often toasted to bring out their rich, gently sweet flavour. It is a familiar flavour in the United States and is also sold by many ice-cream shops and brands elsewhere.
Its smooth, rich texture contrasts with the crisp nuts. Serve it by itself in a bowl or cone, or alongside pie or another simple dessert; a modest scoop can also finish a meal without overwhelming it. It is energy-dense, with 17.1 g of fat per 100 g, while providing relatively little protein or fibre. Fresh fruit makes a lighter-tasting pairing.
How Nutritious Is Butter Pecan Ice Cream?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Butter Pecan Ice Cream Processed?
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Butter Pecan Ice Cream Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Butter Pecan Ice Cream Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Butter Pecan Ice Cream Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.74g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.37g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.99g
Omega 6:3 ratio 31.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (31.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.