WENDY'S, Frosty Dairy Dessert, 1 junior 6 oz. cup - Health Encyclopedia (2024)

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How healthy is Wendy's Frosty? ›

WENDY'S, Frosty Dairy Dessert contains 149 calories per 113 g serving. This serving contains 2.9 g of fat, 3.9 g of protein and 27 g of carbohydrate. The latter is g sugar and 3.7 g of dietary fiber, the rest is complex carbohydrate.

The history of how the Frosty came to be might surprise you. Does Wendy's Frosty have dairy? Yes. All Frosty flavors start with milk within their base.

Wendy's Frosty Jr. Classic Chocolate (1 serving) contains 32g total carbs, 32g net carbs, 5g fat, 5g protein, and 200 calories.

Wendy's Classic Chocolate Frosty, Small (1 Serving) contains 58g total carbs, 58g net carbs, 9g fat, 10g protein, and 350 calories.

Sugar-frosted cornflakes are high in sugar and low in fibre as well as usually coming with added salt. Sugar-frosted flakes can be nutritionally similar to other sweetened cereals like chocolate rice cereals, or honey-nut coated cereals.

The Wendy's Big Bacon Classic Triple Burger may be the worst thing on the menu, with 1,220 calories in just one sandwich. And don't forget about the 36 grams of saturated fat— or 163% of the recommended daily value (DV) of just 22 grams per day—and 10% of your daily calories.

Thomas based the Frosty on the milkshakes he drank in Detroit as a youth, and created the Frosty to be thick enough to require a spoon to eat. The consistency has been described as partway between that of a milkshake and soft-serve ice cream.

Orange Dreamsicle Frosty is Wendy's unique spin on a beloved and familiar flavor, with cool, creamy orange notes mixed with our smooth and perfectly sweet Vanilla Frosty,” a news release said. The company announced the seasonal treat will join the Chocolate Frosty on menus nationwide, replacing the Vanilla Frosty.

Thomas wanted a dessert that was a mixture of a thick milkshake and fluffy, creamy soft-serve ice cream. And that's exactly what he made with the Frosty. The consistency and texture are the key differences between a traditional milkshake and a Frosty.

No, the tag doesn't apply to full-sized Frostys—the junior size is around 6 ounces or half the size of a small Frosty—but it is still a sweet treat for a good cause.

What is the smallest Frosty? ›

Chocolate Frosty. Wendy's Signature dessert - cool, creamy and refreshing - thick enough to use a spoon, smooth enough to use a straw.

Frosty as an Occasional Treat

While Wendy's Frosty can be a delicious and satisfying treat, it's important to enjoy it in moderation. The high calorie, fat, and sugar content make it a dessert that should be consumed as an occasional indulgence rather than a regular part of your daily diet.

Water, Sugar, Powdered MILK, Sunflower Creamer [Sunflower Oil, Maltodextrin, MILK Protein, Emulsifier (E471), Antioxidant (E306)], Whey (MILK), Cocoa Powder (3.7%), Stabiliser (E412), Flavouring (Flavouring, Dextrose), Carrageenan [Stabiliser (E407), Dextrin], Stabiliser (E415).

“Lunch was quick and tasty--updated frosty no longer has high fructose corn syrup”

The consistency has been described as partway between that of a milkshake and soft-serve ice cream.

Is the Frosty a Dessert, a Drink or a Dip? The Frosty can be all three! With a consistency that falls somewhere between a milkshake and soft-serve ice cream, the Frosty was created to be eaten with a spoon. But if you prefer to let your Frosty melt a bit to enjoy it with a straw, we won't stop you.