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Nugget ice cream Calories
Sweet snack-style ice cream with crunchy coating
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Nugget ice cream (60 g) has 186 calories. That works out to 310 calories per 100 g. It contains 20.9 g of carbs, 2.5 g of protein, 10.3 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 0.3 µg of B12 covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Nugget ice cream Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
186
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
20.9g
· 8% DV
Protein
2.5g
· 5% DV
Fat
10.3g
· 13% 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 45% · Protein 5% · Fat 50%
Nugget ice cream nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (60 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 186 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.3 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 6.24 g | 31% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 71 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 20.9 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| 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 1 Medium Nugget ice cream?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 186 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 109 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 45 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 85 g | 264 kcal |
| 1 serving (jumbo) | 90 g | 279 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 310 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 120 g | 372 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 180 g | 558 kcal |
Calculated from 310 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nugget ice cream
What is nugget ice cream?
Nugget ice cream is ice cream served in small pieces with a crunchy outer coating. Commercial nugget ice cream is classified as ultra-processed; the ice cream and coating ingredients vary by product.
How is nugget ice cream made?
Nugget ice cream is made by forming ice cream into small portions, freezing them, and coating them with a crunchy layer. The production method and coating ingredients can differ between recipes and products.
What is the crunchy coating on nugget ice cream made of?
There is no single standard coating for nugget ice cream. It may use chocolate or another crisp coating, so the exact ingredients depend on the product or recipe rather than on the name alone.
Is nugget ice cream deep-fried?
No, nugget ice cream is not necessarily deep-fried. The name describes its small, coated pieces; frying is involved only when a particular recipe or product specifically calls for it.
How is nugget ice cream different from regular ice cream?
Nugget ice cream comes in small, coated pieces rather than as a plain scoop or tub of ice cream. The crunchy outside contrasts with the softer frozen center in each bite.
Is nugget ice cream the same as fried ice cream?
No, nugget ice cream and fried ice cream are not automatically the same dessert. Nugget ice cream has a crunchy coating, while fried ice cream specifically involves frying; a nugget-style product is fried only if its recipe says so.
How do you serve nugget ice cream?
Serve nugget ice cream cold, soon after taking it from the freezer, so the pieces hold their shape and the coating stays crisp. It works as a bite-size dessert on its own or alongside fruit.
Can you make nugget ice cream at home?
Yes, you can make nugget ice cream at home. Shape small portions of ice cream, freeze them until firm, coat them with a crunchy layer, and return them to the freezer; the coating depends on your recipe.
How should you store nugget ice cream?
Keep nugget ice cream in the freezer in its sealed package or an airtight container. This helps prevent it from softening and absorbing freezer odors; follow any storage instructions on the package.
Is nugget ice cream the same as mochi ice cream?
No, nugget ice cream is not mochi ice cream. Nugget ice cream has a crunchy coating, while mochi ice cream is wrapped in a soft, chewy layer made from glutinous rice dough.
Nugget ice cream Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.25µg · 10% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
Vitamin A
70.8µg · 8% DV
B5
0.23mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
67mg · 10% DV
Calcium
77mg · 8% DV
Iodine
5.4µg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
119mg · 4% DV
Sodium
71mg · 3% DV
Nugget ice cream Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Nugget ice cream
To burn the 186 calories in 1 piece (medium) (60 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 Nugget ice cream?
Nugget ice cream is a bite-sized frozen dessert: creamy ice cream in the middle, with a crisp coating on the outside. It is a snack-style product rather than a traditional dish tied to a particular region. Eat it straight from the freezer, while the coating is crunchy and the centre stays cold and soft. It works as a quick dessert after a meal or as a sweet treat with coffee or tea; serve only what you plan to eat so the pieces do not soften while waiting.
It is a sweet, fairly rich treat, with relatively little protein. At 310 calories per 100 g, a modest portion is an easy way to keep it snack-sized. Fresh fruit alongside makes a pleasant contrast to its creamy texture and crunchy shell.
How Nutritious Is Nugget 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 Nugget 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 Nugget ice cream Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Nugget 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
Nugget ice cream Fat Profile
SATURATED
6.24g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.54g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.