Madagascan Vanilla Ice Cream

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Common questions

Is Madagascan Vanilla Ice Cream healthy?

Madagascan Vanilla Ice Cream scores 80/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This Madagascan Vanilla Ice Cream is made with high-quality ingredients such as milk, whipping cream, free-range eggs, and natural vanilla extract, which contribute to its rich flavor and nutritional profile.

How processed is Madagascan Vanilla Ice Cream?

Madagascan Vanilla Ice Cream is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Madagascan Vanilla Ice Cream's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Milk, Madagascan vanilla extract, Madagascan vanilla powder count in its favor; Demerara sugar, Sugar are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Madagascan Vanilla Ice Cream

Waitrose
80 Good

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 2
Owned by John Lewis Partnership
Category Ice Cream
Summary

This Madagascan Vanilla Ice Cream is made with high-quality ingredients such as milk, whipping cream, free-range eggs, and natural vanilla extract, which contribute to its rich flavor and nutritional profile. However, the presence of refined sugar increases its caloric density and sweetness, which can be a concern when consumed in excess. Despite being processed, the product maintains a relatively clean ingredient list without artificial additives, which supports a higher score within its category.

Key ingredients 8

Milk
Good

Whole dairy ingredient.

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Madagascan vanilla extract
Good

Madagascan vanilla extract provides natural flavor and aroma, enhancing the taste without added health risks.

Madagascan vanilla powder
Good

Madagascan vanilla powder offers natural vanilla flavor, enriching the product's aroma and taste in a natural way.

Whipping cream (milk)
Neutral

Whipping cream adds richness and flavor to the ice cream, offering fats that can be enjoyed in moderation.

Skimmed milk powder
Neutral

Skimmed milk powder provides additional dairy nutrients with less fat, supporting nutritional value without strong positive or negative effects.

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Pasteurised free range egg
Neutral

Eggs add protein and nutrients, enhancing the texture and flavor of the ice cream without significant health concerns.

Demerara sugar
Bad

Demerara sugar is a type of added sugar that can contribute to excess calorie intake and is generally considered less healthy when consumed in large amounts.

Sugar
Bad

Added sugar can increase calorie content and may impact health if consumed excessively, which is why it is viewed negatively.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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