Traditional Dairy Ice Cream vs Exotic
Overall, Exotic has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Traditional Dairy Ice Cream | Exotic |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | c |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 184 kcal | 144 kcal |
| Fat | 10.3 g | 3.4 g |
| Saturated fat | 6.4 g | 2.8 g |
| Sugars | 18.2 g | 18 g |
| Salt | 0.2 g | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | — |
| Protein | 4 g | 1.7 g |
| Additives | 4 | 6 |
| Allergens | Eggs, Milk | Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Exotic has 22% fewer calories (144 kcal vs 184 kcal).
- Exotic has 67% less fat (3.4 g vs 10.3 g).
- Exotic has 56% less saturated fat (2.8 g vs 6.4 g).
- Traditional Dairy Ice Cream has 57% more protein (4 g vs 1.7 g).
- Exotic has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Traditional Dairy Ice Cream lists: Eggs.
Ingredients
Traditional Dairy Ice Cream
whole milk (60%), whipping cream (21%), sugar, milk solids, glycerine, emulsifier (mono - and diglycerides of fatty acids), pasteurised free range eggs, stabilisers (sodium alginate and guar gum),
Exotic
Rehydrated skimmed MILK, water, pineapple juice from concentrate (8.5%), glucose syrup, fructose, peach puree (6.5%), mango puree (6%), passion fruit juice (6%), sugar, coconut oil, soluble corn fibre, LACTOSE and MILK PROTEINS, colour (carotenes), stabilisers (guar gum, locust bean gum, tara gum), emulsifier (mono - and diglycerides of fatty acids), acidity regulator (citric acid), natural vanilla flavouring. Gluten free.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Traditional Dairy Ice Cream or Exotic?
Overall, Exotic has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Exotic has fewer calories: 144 kcal versus 184 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Exotic has less sugar: 18 g versus 18.2 g per 100 g.