Wendy’s Peppermint Frosty

It is not often that Wendy’s introduces new frosty flavors. In fact, this is only the 4th flavor, after its longstanding original chocolate frosty and vanilla frosty, which was introduced in 2006. Strawberry temporarily replaced vanilla.
A Small Wendy’s Peppermint Frosty has 320 calories, 7 grams of fat, 58 grams of carbohydrates, and 7 grams of protein.
You can enjoy this Peppermint flavor throughout the holidays at participating restaurants. Read this guide to learn more about the nutritional information, calories, and ingredients.
Wendy’s Peppermint Frosty Nutritional Info
This nutrition guide is based on a small-sized Frosty, unless otherwise noted.
Nutrition Info
% Daily Value
Saturated Fat |
23% |
HIGH |
Sodium |
6% |
MED |
Total Sugars |
50g |
HIGH |
Calories in Wendy’s Peppermint Frosty
A small Peppermint Frosty from Wendy’s contains 320 calories.
Here is a summary of the estimated number of calories by macronutrient:
The majority of calories is derived from 58 grams of carbohydrates. Seven grams of fat make up 19% of the total calories and the remaining 9% is from protein.
% Calories from Fat, Carbs and Protein
The summary of calories by nutrient is a rounded estimate based on the nutrition facts provided by Wendy’s.
ESTIMATED FITNESS TIME TO BURN 320 CALORIES
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Total Sugars
The peppermint frosty has a significant amount of total sugars, comprised of natural sugars in the milk as well as the sugars added during processing.
SUMMARY OF TOTAL SUGARS PER SERVING
One small serving of Wendy’s Peppermint Frosty contains 50 grams of total sugars.
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, which manages the MyPlate program aimed at healthy eating, it’s important to cut back on Added Sugars.
Added Sugars include fructose, maple syrup, cane juice, corn syrup, dextrose, and other sweeteners such as table sugar that are added during the processing of foods.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size Small Frosty
Amount per serving
Calories |
320 |
% Daily Value
Total Fat |
7g |
9% |
Saturated Fat |
5g |
23% |
Trans Fat |
0g | |
Cholesterol |
35mg |
12% |
Sodium |
130mg |
6% |
Carbohydrates |
58g |
21% |
Dietary Fiber |
0g |
0% |
Total Sugars |
50g | |
Protein |
7g |
%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.

Peppermint Frosty Ingredients and Allergens
Ingredients
Here is the complete list of ingredients in Wendy’s Peppermint Frosty.
Vanilla Frosty
Ingredients:Milk, Sugar, Corn Syrup, Cream, Nonfat Milk, Whey, Contains Less than 1% of Guar Gum, Mono and Diglycerides, Cellulose Gum, Carrageenan, Calcium Sulfate, Sodium Citrate, Natural Flavor, Molasses, Annatto Extract (for color), and Vitamin A Palmitate.
Peppermint Syrup
Ingredients:Pure Cane Sugar, Water, Natural Flavors, and FD&C Red #40.
What is Annatto Extract?
Annatto is an orange/red condiment and food coloring derived from the seeds of the achiote tree. It is primarily used in foods for its coloring properties, creating a yellow or orange product.
The achiote tree is indigenous to Central and South America, Mexico, and the Caribbean. The seeds contain compounds called carotenoids, which provide the vibrant color.
Annatto is often used to develop a yellow color in butter, margarine, and cheeses. As a condiment, Annatto is used for its nutty, peppery aroma.
Allergens
The frosty ingredients include milk.
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Nutrition facts and ingredients source: Wendy’s.