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Chocolate chip ice cream Calories
Creamy ice cream with chocolate chips
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Chocolate chip ice cream (90 g) has 194 calories. That works out to 216 calories per 100 g. It contains 24.5 g of carbs, 3.4 g of protein, 9.7 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 0.3 µg of B12 covers 14% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 57 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Chocolate chip ice cream Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 90 g
194
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
24.5g
· 9% DV
Protein
3.4g
· 7% DV
Fat
9.7g
· 12% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 49% · Protein 7% · Fat 44%
Chocolate chip ice cream nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (90 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 194 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.7 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 5.85 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.23 g | |
| Sodium | 67 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 24.5 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% |
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 1 Serving of Chocolate chip ice cream?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 194 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 60 g | 130 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 100 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 132 g | 285 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 324 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 198 g | 428 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 500 g | 1080 kcal |
Calculated from 216 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chocolate chip ice cream
What is chocolate chip ice cream?
Chocolate chip ice cream is a frozen dessert with pieces of chocolate mixed into an ice cream base, often vanilla. The chips add a firmer, chocolatey bite, unlike chocolate ice cream, where chocolate flavors the base itself.
What is chocolate chip ice cream made of?
Chocolate chip ice cream is usually made from a milk- or cream-based ice cream with chocolate pieces folded through it. Recipes vary: the base may be vanilla or another flavor, and the chips can be dark, milk, or white chocolate.
How is chocolate chip ice cream different from chocolate ice cream?
Chocolate chip ice cream has chocolate pieces in the mixture, while chocolate ice cream has a chocolate-flavored base. Some recipes combine both, but the defining feature of chocolate chip ice cream is the distinct pieces that provide extra texture.
How do you make chocolate chip ice cream at home?
Make or prepare an ice cream base, then fold in finely chopped chocolate as the mixture thickens during churning. Adding the pieces near the end helps distribute them evenly and reduces the chance that they will sink to the bottom.
Why are the chocolate chips in chocolate chip ice cream so hard?
Chocolate chips become firm at freezer temperatures, so they can feel hard against the softer ice cream. Smaller pieces are easier to bite, and letting the ice cream soften briefly before serving can make the contrast less pronounced.
How can you stop chocolate chips from sinking in homemade chocolate chip ice cream?
Add the chocolate pieces when the homemade ice cream base is partly frozen and thick, rather than while it is still runny. Finely chopped pieces also tend to stay suspended more evenly than large, heavy chunks.
Does chocolate chip ice cream contain caffeine?
Yes, chocolate chip ice cream can contain a small amount of caffeine from the cocoa in its chocolate pieces. The amount varies with the type and quantity of chocolate; dark chocolate generally contains more cocoa than milk chocolate.
How should you store opened chocolate chip ice cream?
Keep opened chocolate chip ice cream tightly covered in the freezer and return it promptly after serving. Limiting air exposure helps reduce ice crystals and freezer odors, which can affect the flavor and texture of the ice cream.
Can you refreeze melted chocolate chip ice cream?
Chocolate chip ice cream that has only softened while staying cold can be refrozen, though its texture may suffer. Do not refreeze ice cream that has fully melted or sat at room temperature for an extended time.
Does chocolate chip ice cream make you gain weight?
Chocolate chip ice cream does not cause weight gain by itself, but frequent large servings can add substantially to your overall energy intake. A smaller serving is an easy way to enjoy it while keeping portions in check.
Chocolate chip ice cream Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.34µg · 14% DV
B2
0.17mg · 13% DV
Vitamin A
88.2µg · 10% DV
B5
0.34mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
98mg · 14% DV
Iodine
18µg · 12% DV
Calcium
115mg · 12% DV
Copper
0.09mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
185mg · 5% DV
Sodium
67mg · 3% DV
Chocolate chip ice cream Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chocolate chip ice cream
To burn the 194 calories in 1 serving (medium) (90 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 Chocolate chip ice cream?
Chocolate chip ice cream combines a creamy dairy ice cream base with small pieces of chocolate. This familiar style became especially popular in the United States and is now enjoyed around the world. The chocolate gives each spoonful a deeper cocoa flavour and a little bite against the smooth, cold ice cream.
It is commonly served in a bowl or cone, on its own or alongside a slice of cake. Its nutritional profile is more about carbohydrates and fat than protein, with 216 kcal per 100 g. For a lighter dessert, keep the serving modest and pair it with fresh fruit rather than adding syrup or extra toppings.
How Nutritious Is Chocolate chip 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 Chocolate chip ice cream Processed?
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.
Does Chocolate chip ice cream Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Chocolate chip ice cream Good For?
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
Chocolate chip ice cream Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.85g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.79g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.41g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.8:1).
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