Ice cream sundae cone
FDC 171306
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 23 · -12 vs Dairy & eggs medianIce cream sundae cone scores 23 of 100 on the Nutrient Density Score, a Low band that ranks it 44th of 60 in the dairy and eggs category, below the group's median. Vitamin A is the one standout, reaching 13% DV, coming from the dairy fat in the ice cream itself.
This is a packaged treat combining a wafer cone, ice cream, and a chocolate or nut coating, eaten straight from the wrapper as a single-serve dessert. It is high in sugars at 21.3 g per 100 g, and an ice cream sandwich scores higher within the same dairy category if you're comparing frozen novelties.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 254 kcal | 13% |
| Total fat | 14 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 2.7 g | 14% |
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 115 mg | 5% |
| Carbohydrate | 29 g | 11% |
| Dietary fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Sugars | 21 g | |
| Protein | 3 g | 6% |
| Potassium | 204 mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.36 mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 20 mg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 117 µg | 13% |
| Vitamin E | 0.11 mg | 1% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 171306Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the dairy & eggs median
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More nutrient-dense swaps
Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.
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In the kitchen and how to use it
An ice cream sundae cone is a packaged novelty, a crisp wafer or sugar cone filled with ice cream and typically topped with a chocolate or fudge swirl, nuts or a chocolate coating on the cone tip. It is eaten straight from the freezer as a handheld treat, requiring no bowl or spoon, and the combination of a crunchy cone shell against soft ice cream and a syrupy topping is the appeal, similar to a drumstick-style novelty found in the same freezer aisle.
These cones are sold individually wrapped and belong in the freezer at all times, best eaten soon after unwrapping since the cone softens quickly once the ice cream begins to melt. Per 100 grams it has 254 calories, 21.3 grams of sugar and 115 mg of sodium, relatively low for a freezer novelty, plus 13% DV of vitamin A per 100 grams from the dairy base, along with 1 gram of fiber per 100 grams. Its carbohydrate content, at 28.9 grams per 100 grams, comes mostly from the cone and the sugar in the ice cream rather than the toppings. It is best treated as a single-serving treat rather than a food to portion out further.
Frequently asked questions about ice cream sundae cone
How many calories are in an ice cream sundae cone?
It has 254 calories per 100 grams.
Is an ice cream sundae cone low in sodium?
It has 115 mg of sodium per 100 grams, relatively modest for a frozen dessert.
How should ice cream sundae cones be stored?
Keep them in the freezer at all times and eat them soon after unwrapping, since the cone softens as the ice cream melts.