How we scored it
This milkshake is heavily processed with a long list of additives, including artificial flavors, high fructose corn syrup, and artificial dyes. The presence of multiple harmful ingredients and high sugar content significantly impacts its healthiness.
Nutrition facts
| Per 1 milkshake (409g) | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 630 | |
| Total fat | 25g | 32% |
| Saturated fat | 15g | 75% |
| Trans fat | 1g | |
| Cholesterol | 85mg | 28% |
| Sodium | 430mg | 19% |
| Total carbohydrate | 91g | 33% |
| Dietary fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugars | 84g | |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
Chick-fil-A's published nutrition. Percentages are of the daily value on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Key ingredients
8Canola OilVery Bad
Canola oil is a highly processed vegetable oil that some consumers prefer to avoid due to its refining process.
See more about Canola Oil →SugarBad
Sugar adds sweetness but is associated with excess calorie intake and potential health concerns when consumed in large amounts.
See more about Sugar →Natural and Artificial FlavorBad
Artificial flavors are added to enhance taste but may contain synthetic chemicals that some consumers prefer to avoid.
See more about Natural and Artificial Flavor →Mono and DiglyceridesBad
These emulsifiers help blend ingredients but are processed additives that some consumers prefer to limit.
See more about Mono and Diglycerides →CarrageenanBad
Carrageenan is a thickener that has been linked to potential digestive irritation in some individuals.
See more about Carrageenan →Brown SugarBad
Brown sugar adds sweetness but contributes to high sugar content and calorie load.
See more about Brown Sugar →Cellulose GumBad
Cellulose gum is a processed thickening agent that some consumers prefer to avoid due to its synthetic nature.
See more about Cellulose Gum →Tetrasodium PyrophosphateBad
This additive is used as a stabilizer but is a processed chemical that some prefer to avoid.
See more about Tetrasodium Pyrophosphate →More desserts at Chick-fil-A
Scout's score is an independent read of Chick-fil-A's published ingredient statement and nutrition for this item, last scored September 2026. Recipes change — check the chain for today's menu. Scout takes no payment from any chain. How we score · Full Chick-fil-A menu.