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Chocolate milk ice cream is a creamy, sweet frozen dessert made with milk and cocoa.
In season: Summer
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Chocolate Milk Ice Cream (80 g) has 144 calories. That works out to 180 calories per 100 g. It contains 18.4 g of carbs, 2.6 g of protein, 6 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 0.3 µg of B12 covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Chocolate Milk Ice Cream is a frozen dessert made with milk, cocoa and sugar. It is enjoyed in many places, with recipes and textures varying from dense, scoop-shop styles to softer packaged versions.
Its creamy texture and mellow chocolate flavour make it an easy treat on its own, served in a cone or bowl, or alongside cake and fruit. In warm weather, it is often enjoyed as a cooling dessert; a small scoop can also round off a meal. It provides energy mainly from carbohydrates and fat, with less protein than its milky base might suggest. For a lighter serving, pair a modest scoop with fresh berries or sliced fruit.
Selected: 100 g
180
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
23g
· 8% DV
Protein
3.2g
· 6% DV
Fat
7.5g
· 10% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 53% · Protein 7% · Fat 40%
Vitamins
B12
0.35µg · 15% DV
B2
0.18mg · 14% DV
B5
0.45mg · 9% DV
Biotin
2.5µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
95mg · 14% DV
Calcium
110mg · 11% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
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.
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 180 calories in 100 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.
NOVA 3
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.25g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12:1).
You can make chocolate milk ice cream by mixing milk, cream, cocoa and sugar, then freezing the mixture in a covered container. Stir it every so often as it freezes to break up ice crystals and create a smoother texture.
Chocolate milk ice cream is typically made with milk, cocoa and sugar; some recipes also use cream, eggs or stabilizers. Store-bought versions are processed desserts, and their ingredient lists vary by brand.
Homemade chocolate milk ice cream can turn icy if it freezes slowly, is not stirred during freezing, or repeatedly softens and refreezes. Store it airtight in the coldest part of the freezer to limit ice crystals.
Do not refreeze chocolate milk ice cream that has fully melted and sat at room temperature, because bacteria may have had time to grow. If it is still very cold and partly frozen, refreezing is safer, though the texture may suffer.
Keep chocolate milk ice cream tightly covered in the freezer, preferably away from the door where temperatures fluctuate. Pressing a piece of baking paper against the surface can also help reduce exposure to air and freezer odors.
Chocolate milk ice cream contains dairy, so its lactose may cause bloating, gas or abdominal discomfort in people with lactose intolerance. A lactose-free version is a practical alternative; tolerance varies from person to person.
No, dogs should not eat chocolate milk ice cream. Chocolate can be toxic to dogs, and the dairy and sugar can also upset their stomachs; contact a veterinarian promptly if your dog eats a significant amount.
Yes, chocolate milk ice cream can contain a small amount of caffeine because cocoa naturally contains it. The amount depends on how much cocoa or chocolate is used, so it is generally much less than in coffee.
Let chocolate milk ice cream sit at room temperature briefly until it is easy to scoop, then serve it promptly. Avoid leaving the whole container out for a long time, since repeated warming and refreezing encourages ice crystals.
Yes, chocolate milk ice cream is generally safe during pregnancy when made with pasteurized dairy and kept frozen properly. Avoid versions made with unpasteurized milk or raw eggs, and discard ice cream that has melted and been left warm.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.