Wendy’s Jr. Vanilla Frosty: 190 Calories
Wendy’s Vanilla Frosty® is available in four sizes, from Jr. to Large. This semi-limited treat is often replaced on the menu with seasonal offers such as the Peppermint Frosty.
A Jr. Wendy’s Vanilla Frosty, the smallest size available, has 190 calories, 6 grams fat, 31 grams carbohydrates, and 6 grams protein.
Read this guide for an in-depth overview of the nutritional information, calories, and ingredients.
Wendy’s Vanilla Frosty is generally only available on a limited basis at select locations.
Vanilla Frosty Nutritional Information
Serving Size
All nutritional information is presented based on one Jr. Vanilla Frosty, the smallest size available at the fast food restaurant.
Nutrition Info
190 Calories
% Daily Value
|
Saturated Fat |
18% |
med |
|
Sodium |
5% |
low |
|
Total Sugars |
27g |
med |
%DV based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Percentage daily value (%DV) illustrates how much a nutrient in one serving of the Frosty contributes to a 2,000 calorie diet.
Calories
There are 190 calories in the Jr. Vanilla Frosty. Here is a summary of the calories per macronutrient:
Carbohydrates contribute the highest portion of total calories. Six grams of total fat make up approximately 26% of the total calories and the remaining 11% is from protein.
% Calories in Jr. Frosty from Fat, Carbs and Protein
The summary of calories by nutrient is a rounded estimate based on the nutrition facts label provided by Wendy’s. Calories may vary as a result of how the frosty is prepared or served.
Calories by Size
Here is a list of the total calories in the vanilla frosty, by size:
Total Sugars
Of the 31 grams total carbohydrates, there are 27 grams of total sugars, including both natural sugars as well as sugars added during the making of the frosty.
Added Sugars
The U.S. Department of Agriculture, which manages the MyPlate program aimed at educating Americans about healthy eating, states the importance of cutting back on Added Sugars.
Wendy’s does not currently provide a breakout of Added Sugars. However, Sugar and Corn Syrup are two of the top three ingredients in the sweet treat. Both are considered added sugars.
Added Sugars include cane juice, fructose, corn syrup, maple syrup, dextrose, and other sweeteners such as table sugar that are added during the processing of foods.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size Jr Vanilla Frosty
Amount per serving
|
Calories |
190 |
% Daily Value
|
Total Fat |
6g |
8% |
|
Saturated Fat |
3.5g |
18% |
|
Trans Fat |
0g | |
|
Cholesterol |
20mg |
7% |
|
Sodium |
115mg |
5% |
|
Carbohydrates |
31g |
11% |
|
Dietary Fiber |
0g |
0% |
|
Total Sugars |
27g | |
|
Protein |
6g |
%DV based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Calorie needs vary and your %DV may be higher or lower. Provided for informational purposes only. Consult with your physician for dietary or healthcare advice.
Vanilla Frosty Ingredients and Allergens
Ingredients
The vanilla frosty is used as the base for the classic chocolate frosty, peppermint frosty, and triple berry frosty.
Here is the list of ingredients in Wendy’s Jr. Vanilla Frosty.
Ingredients:Milk, Sugar, Corn Syrup, Cream, Nonfat Milk, Whey, Guar Gum, Mono and Diglycerides, Cellulose Gum, Carrageenan, Calcium Sulfate, Sodium Citrate, Natural Flavor, Molasses, Annatto Extract (for color), and Vitamin A Palmitate.
What is Carrageenan?
Sometimes called Irish moss, this natural ingredient is extracted from red seaweeds. It’s used often in the food processing industry as an emulsifier and thickening or stabilizing agent.
Carrageenan is commonly found in cheese and dairy products such as cottage cheese, chocolate milk, ice cream, almond milk, and creamers.
Allergens
Wendy’s Vanilla Frosty is made with ingredients that include milk. Ingredients in the Frosty served at Wendy’s in Hawaii and Alaska also include soy.
Ingredients, allergens, and nutrition facts are based on available information as of the date this article was published and/or updated. Restaurants and food manufacturers may change their recipes without notice. Check directly with the food provider for the most accurate and up-to-date information. NutritionandIngredients.com does not provide health or wellness advice or dietary recommendations. Our aim is to research commercially processed food and publish articles for informational purposes only. Unless otherwise stated, % Daily Value is based on 2,000 calories per day, but calorie needs vary by individual. Always consult your physician for any healthcare or dietary advice.
Nutrition facts and ingredients source: Wendy’s.