It has been revealed that Dairy Queen does not actually sell ice cream, but instead uses the term “soft serve” to describe their dessert. This is a surprise to all DQ Ice cream lovers who have grown up eating the delicious treats.

The FDA has determined that Dairy Queen’s soft-serve desserts do not meet the requirements for ice cream because they have a content of less than 10 percent milkfat and a content of 10 percent nonfat milk solids.

Dairy Queen has been able to maintain its trademark recipe for soft serve ice cream while the FDA has changed their definition of what qualifies as ice cream. Thank you Dairy Queen for your continued innovation!

What are the key ingredients in Dairy Queen’s Ice Cream? 

  • 2 scoops of vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup of heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup of sugar
  • 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

This recipe includes small additions of sugar, corn syrup, whey, artificial flavor, polysorbate 80, carrageenan, vitamin A palmitate.

The Dairy Queen soft-serve deserts include recipes from all over the world, so customers can be sure they’re getting a safe and healthy dessert. By including all of the different soft-serve deserts, we make it easier for customers to find what they’re looking for and make sure that everyone is able to enjoy a delicious dessert without any allergens.

Is the Dairy Queen Soft Serve Healthy? 

A small percentage of people show hesitation to carelessly indulge in the yummy soft serve. The first thing to note is the insane amount of calories; Dairy Queen has repetitively said that their soft serve is not 95 percent fat-free because it only contains only 5 percent butterfat (so much for wishful thinking). A visit to any Dairy Queen outlet is a calling for empty calories that you might not have bargained for except you are having the Kiddies Vanilla cone. The hard fact is simply that a Dairy Queen ‘ice cream’ might not be the best decision when sticking to a strict diet especially a diet of 2000 calories and less as a serving of ‘ice cream’ might take up to 72 percent of your recommended daily calories. Considering one of Cookie Blizzards? My apologies Hunny but on the Dairy Queen website, that’s about a hefty 1,310 calories.

The Dairy Queen soft-serve recipes as listed on their website have certain ingredients although all are FDA approved. Mono and diglycerides that help with the smooth texture for instance can cause irritation in high concentrations and must have a monitored quantity in food products. The guar gum on the other hand has been linked to various health conditions like abdominal pain, flux, spasms, asthma, and flatulence. ..

Dairy Queen has been in the news for violating health and safety regulations multiple times. Customers have expressed concerns about the hygiene standards in Dairy Queen outlets. ..

Dairy Queen’s Low-Calorie Alternatives 

Dairy Queen began producing frozen yogurt as a low-calorie alternative to its usual soft serve ice cream and it was a tremendous hit. Popularly known as Breeze, this product has 25 calories per ounce as opposed to the regular soft serve’s 35 calories per ounce. You could also consider any of the Kid’s ice cream cones which are a lot less in calories ranging from 170 calories – to 200 calories. The top 3 lowest-calorie sundaes are small chocolate sundaes, small pineapple sundaes, and the small strawberry sundae ranging from 230 -to 270 which are also healthier alternatives. You could also try their other low-calorie desserts like the Blizzard. It is best to check the website or ask customer care representatives to know your options.

The Dairy Queen ice cream is not classified as ice cream by the FDA because it does not have the required milk fat content. It is instead called soft serve, and people should not worry because it is still delicious. Dairy Queen has over 30 outlets in different countries, and it is very popular. ..

Frequently asked Questions

If you experience gas, cramping, or diarrhea after eating Dairy Queen treats, you may be lactose intolerant. This is a condition in which an individual can’t fully digest the sugar in milk. The best option would be to consult a doctor and stay away from Dairy Queen treats. ..

The Blizzard is a popular Dairy Queen treat that is made with a thick blend of ingredients such as sundae toppings, pieces of cookies (such as Oreos), and/or candy. It is a customer favorite and Dairy Queen has sold more than a million servings.