Candy vs Ice Cream

Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving

Which is Healthier?

Ice Cream is generally healthier

Ice Cream comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 3 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has fewer calories (207 vs 400), more protein (3.5g vs 0g), less sugar (21g vs 90g), making it the better choice for most health goals.

Quick Summary

Fewer Calories

Ice Cream

207 kcal

More Protein

Ice Cream

3.5g

More Fiber

Candy

0g

Less Sugar

Ice Cream

21g

Visual Comparison

Caloriesper 100g
Candy
400
Ice Cream
207
Proteinper 100g
Candy
0g
Ice Cream
3.5g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Candy
100g
Ice Cream
24g
Fatper 100g
Candy
0g
Ice Cream
11g

Side-by-Side Nutrition Table

NutrientCandyIce CreamDifference
Calories400kcal207kcal+193.0kcal
Protein0g3.5g-3.5g
Carbohydrates100g24g+76.0g
Fat0g11g-11.0g
Fiber0g0g0.0g
Sugar90g21g+69.0g
Sodium20mg52mg-32.0mg

Serving Size Comparison

All values above are per 100g. Here's how they compare in common serving sizes:

Candy

Per 100g:400 calories
Per cup (150g):600 calories
Per serving (85g):340 calories

Ice Cream

Per 100g:207 calories
Per cup (150g):311 calories
Per serving (85g):176 calories

Diet Compatibility

Candy

VeganVegetarianLow-Sodium

Ice Cream

VeganVegetarianLow-Sodium

When to Choose Candy

  • More fiber (0g vs 0g)
  • Lower sodium (20mg vs 52mg)

Common Uses

TreatsCelebrationsComfort foodSocial occasions
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When to Choose Ice Cream

  • Lower in calories (207 vs 400)
  • Higher in protein (3.5g vs 0g)
  • Lower in carbs (24g vs 100g)
  • Less sugar (21g vs 90g)

Common Uses

TreatsCelebrationsComfort foodSocial occasions
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