How we scored it
This product contains multiple harmful ingredients such as high fructose corn syrup, artificial flavors, and seed oils, which contribute to its high level of processing. The presence of beneficial ingredients like milk and pumpkin is overshadowed by the extensive use of additives and refined sugars.
Nutrition facts
| Per 1 medium Blizzard | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 720 | |
| Total fat | 25g | 32% |
| Saturated fat | 15g | 75% |
| Trans fat | 1g | |
| Cholesterol | 50mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 440mg | 19% |
| Total carbohydrate | 110g | 40% |
| Dietary fiber | 2g | 7% |
| Sugars | 85g | |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
Dairy Queen's published nutrition. Percentages are of the daily value on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Key ingredients
8Soybean OilVery Bad
Soybean oil is highly processed and often genetically modified, with concerns over health and environmental impact.
See more about Soybean Oil →SugarBad
Added sugar enhances sweetness but can contribute to excess calorie intake and health concerns when consumed in large amounts.
See more about Sugar →Corn SyrupBad
Corn syrup is a sweetener that adds sweetness but is often linked to high sugar content and potential health issues.
See more about Corn Syrup →Mono and DiglyceridesBad
These are emulsifiers used to improve texture but are processed additives that some consumers prefer to avoid.
See more about Mono and Diglycerides →Artificial FlavorBad
Artificial flavors are synthetic additives used to enhance taste but are often viewed as less natural and may cause sensitivities.
See more about Artificial Flavor →Polysorbate 80Bad
This emulsifier helps stabilize the product but is a processed additive some consumers prefer to avoid.
See more about Polysorbate 80 →CarrageenanBad
Carrageenan is used as a gelling agent but has been linked to digestive discomfort in some individuals.
See more about Carrageenan →DextroseBad
Dextrose is a simple sugar that increases sweetness but can contribute to high sugar intake.
See more about Dextrose →Scout's score is an independent read of Dairy Queen'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 Dairy Queen menu.