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Sweet, crisp, low-moisture wafer cone
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Ice cream cone wafer (12 g) has 47 calories. That works out to 395 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.8 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 0.5 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 12 g
47
KCAL / 12G
Carbs
9.8g
· 4% DV
Protein
1g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 82% · Protein 8% · Fat 10%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 47 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.5 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.12 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 34 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.8 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 1 g | 2% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 12 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 8 g | 32 kcal |
| ½ cup (chopped) | 15 g | 59 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 18 g | 71 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 22 g | 87 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 24 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 ounce (grated) | 28 g | 111 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 36 g | 142 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 395 kcal |
Calculated from 395 calories per 100 g.
An ice cream cone wafer gets soggy because it absorbs moisture from the ice cream and the surrounding air. Filling the cone just before serving helps it stay crisp longer than letting ice cream sit in it.
Store an ice cream cone wafer in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Avoid the refrigerator, where moisture can soften it, and keep the container sealed after opening the package.
An ice cream cone wafer is usually made from a thin batter containing flour, sugar, water or milk, and fat, sometimes with a raising agent. Recipes differ by maker, and some versions include additional flavorings.
Yes, you can make an ice cream cone wafer at home by cooking a thin batter and shaping it while it is still hot. It hardens as it cools, so roll it into a cone promptly after cooking.
Keep the ice cream cone wafer dry until serving and add the ice cream at the last moment. If you are preparing cones ahead, store the empty wafers separately and avoid fillings that release moisture.
An ice cream cone wafer is typically thin, light, and relatively plain, while a waffle cone is often thicker, patterned, and more textured. Names can vary between brands, so the cone’s appearance and texture are useful clues.
Yes, an ice cream cone wafer can be eaten on its own as a crisp, mildly sweet snack. You can also break it into pieces and add it to yogurt, fruit, or another dessert for crunch.
Yes, an ice cream cone wafer can lose its crispness after opening because it absorbs moisture from the air. Seal the remaining wafers in an airtight container, and discard any with an unusual smell or appearance.
You can fill an ice cream cone wafer with fruit and cream, or crumble it over desserts as a crunchy topping. Add moist fillings shortly before serving, since they can soften the wafer if left inside.
Yes, young children can eat an ice cream cone wafer, but its brittle pieces may pose a choking risk for toddlers. Break it into age-appropriate pieces and supervise children while they eat.
Vitamins
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Folate
3.36µg · 1% DV
B3
0.13mg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Selenium
2.16µg · 4% DV
Manganese
0.05mg · 2% DV
Sodium
34mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.25mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
13mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 47 calories in 1 piece (medium) (12 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
An ice cream cone wafer is a thin, crisp, lightly sweetened wafer, commonly made with flour, sugar and a little fat, formed into a cone to hold ice cream. Its dry crunch contrasts with the cold, creamy filling. In many places it is the familiar takeaway choice at ice-cream parlours and street vendors; it can also be served alongside scoops at home, though it is less often eaten on its own.
It is mostly a carbohydrate-rich accompaniment rather than a substantial snack: 100 g contains 82 g of carbohydrates. For a lighter serving, keep toppings modest and consider the wafer together with the ice cream it holds.
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.
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
0.12g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.14g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.14g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.