Sherbet, orange
FDC 167577cup (4 fl oz) (74 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 10 · +1 vs Sweets medianSherbet, orange scores 10 of 100 on the Nutrient Density Score, a Low band result that ranks 26 of 60 in the Sweets category. Its profile carries no standout vitamins or minerals worth flagging, since it is built almost entirely on carbohydrate and water rather than concentrated nutrients.
It is typically served as a light, fruit-flavored dessert on its own or alongside a heavier dish to cool the palate, with a cup (4 fl oz, 74 g) as a standard portion. The plain caveat is sugar: 24.3 g per 100 g, so it reads as sweetened ice more than a fruit serving.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 144 kcal | 7% |
| Total fat | 2 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 1.2 g | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 1 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 46 mg | 2% |
| Carbohydrate | 30 g | 11% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Sugars | 24 g | |
| Protein | 1.1 g | 2% |
| Potassium | 96 mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 54 mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.14 mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 8 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 2.3 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 12 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.01 mg | 0% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 107 kcal | 5% |
| Total fat | 1.5 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.86 g | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 0.74 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 34 mg | 1% |
| Carbohydrate | 22 g | 8% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.96 g | 3% |
| Sugars | 18 g | |
| Protein | 0.81 g | 2% |
| Potassium | 71 mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 5.9 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.7 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 8.9 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.01 mg | 0% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 167577Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the sweets median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
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In the kitchen and how to use it
Orange sherbet is a milk-based frozen dessert, tangier and lighter than ice cream but creamier than a sorbet. It gets scooped into bowls or cones on its own, layered into parfaits with fresh fruit, or blended with soda for an orange float. Its citrus flavor also makes it a natural match for chocolate cake, vanilla ice cream, or a scoop alongside a slice of pie when a cooler, brighter contrast is wanted.
Keep it in the freezer and let it sit out for a few minutes before scooping so it softens enough to serve smoothly. At 144 calories per 100g and just 2g fat, it runs lighter than typical cream-based ice cream, which usually carries more fat. A standard cup serving (74g fluid ounce measure) works out to about 107 calories, making it a reasonable lighter option when a frozen dessert is wanted without the richness of full ice cream.
Frequently asked questions about sherbet, orange
How many calories are in orange sherbet?
It has 144 calories per 100g, or about 107 calories for a 4 fl oz cup serving (74g).
Is sherbet lower in fat than ice cream?
Orange sherbet has only 2g fat per 100g since it is milk-based rather than cream-based, generally less than typical ice cream.
How is orange sherbet typically served?
Scooped into bowls or cones on its own, or blended with soda for a float.