Wendy’s Salted Caramel Frosty (Small)
Wendy’s has introduced a new Frosty flavor. Made with the same Vanilla-flavored base and a sea salt caramel syrup, this frosty is available for a limited time at select locations.
A Small order of Wendy’s Salted Caramel Frosty® has 330 calories, 8 grams of fat, 57 grams of carbohydrates, and 9 grams of protein.
Before you enjoy the new flavor at participating restaurants, read this guide to learn about the nutritional information, calories, and ingredients in Wendy’s Frosty treat.
Salted Caramel Frosty Nutritional Information
This nutrition guide is based on a small-sized Frosty, unless otherwise noted.
Nutrition Info
330 Calories
% Daily Value
|
Saturated Fat |
25% |
HIGH |
|
Sodium |
15% |
med |
|
Total Sugars |
51g |
High |
%DV based on 2,000 calories
Calories in Wendy’s Frosty
There are 330 calories in one small caramel flavored Frosty from Wendy’s fast food restaurant.
Here is a summary of the number of calories by macronutrient in each serving:
The majority of calories are derived from 57 grams of carbohydrates, which includes total sugars. Eight grams of dietary fat contribute about 21% of the total calories and the remaining 11% is from protein.
Wendy’s Small Salted Caramel Frosty
% Calories from Fat, Carbs and ProteinThe summary of calories by nutrient is a rounded estimate based on the nutrition facts provided by Wendy’s.
ESTIMATED FITNESS TIME TO BURN 330 CALORIES
Total Sugars
The salted caramel frosty has a significant amount of total sugars. Order the size small and you will consume 51 grams of sugars.
Although Wendy’s does not report the amount of added sugars, the list of ingredients confirms there are added sugars in the sweet treat. Federal regulations require ingredients be listed in order of dominance and sugar is the first ingredient in both the vanilla base and the caramel syrup.
One small serving of Wendy’s Caramel Frosty contains 51 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 reduce the amount of Added Sugars consumed.
The general recommendation is to limit calories from added sugars to less than 10% of total calories.
SUMMARY OF TOTAL SUGARS PER SERVING
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Sodium
This is a sweet, thick milkshake style dessert. However, because of the flavoring, one serving contains more sodium than other Frosty flavors.
A small Salted Caramel Frosty has 340 milligrams sodium. By comparison, the same sized chocolate Frosty has 180mg sodium.
Sea Salt is an ingredient in the flavored syrup.
The following table summarizes the amount of sodium in a Caramel Frosty and Chocolate Frosty, by size.
Sodium by Size and Flavor
| Size | Salted Caramel Frosty | Chocolate Frosty |
|---|---|---|
| Jr. | 220mg | 115mg |
| Small | 340mg | 180mg |
| Medium | 430mg | 230mg |
| Large | 570mg | 290mg |
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 Small Frosty
Amount per serving
|
Calories |
330 |
% Daily Value
Red indicates a high %DV.
|
Total Fat |
8g |
10% |
|
Saturated Fat |
5g |
25% |
|
Trans Fat |
0g | |
|
Cholesterol |
30mg |
10% |
|
Sodium |
340mg |
15% |
|
Carbohydrates |
57g |
21% |
|
Dietary Fiber |
0g |
0% |
|
Total Sugars |
51g | |
|
Protein |
9g |
%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.
Caramel Frosty Ingredients and Allergens
Ingredients
Here is the complete list of ingredients in Wendy’s Salted Caramel Frosty.
Vanilla Frosty Base
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.
Sea Salt Caramel Syrup
Ingredients:Pure Cane Sugar, Water, Natural Flavors, Sea Salt, Citric Acid, FD&C Yellow #5, FD&C Red #40, Potassium Sorbate (preservative), FD&C Blue #1.
What is Annatto Extract?
Annatto, derived from the seeds of the achiote tree, is primarily used in foods for its coloring properties.
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 cheese. As a condiment, Annatto is used for its nutty, peppery aroma.
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Allergens
The frosty ingredients include milk. A Frosty ordered at Wendy’s locations in Alaska and Hawaii will also contain 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.