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Wendy's Vanilla Frosty Nutrition and Ingredients

Wendy’s Vanilla Frosty is available in four sizes: Jr, Small, Medium, and Large. The vanilla flavor is a semi-limited menu item as the fast food restaurant often replaces it with seasonal offers such as the Peppermint Frosty or Salted Caramel Frosty.

A Small Wendy’s Vanilla Frosty has 310 calories, 9 grams fat, 49 grams carbohydrates, and 10 grams protein.

Read this guide for an in-depth overview of the nutritional information, calories, and ingredients in the vanilla Frosty from Wendy’s fast food restaurant.

Vanilla Frosty Nutritional Information

Nutrition facts in this guide are presented based on one Vanilla Frosty.

Daily value (%DV) illustrates how much a nutrient in one serving of the Frosty contributes to a 2,000 calorie diet.

As shown in the chart below, a Vanilla Frosty is high in saturated fat.

% Daily Value

Use the %DV to determine if the food contains a low (5% or less) or high (20% or more) level of specific nutrients.

Red indicates %DV is high

	Small	Medium	Large
Saturated Fat	25%	35%	45%
Sodium	8%	10%	13%

%DV based on 2,000 calories

Calories in Vanilla Frosty

There are 190 or more calories in a vanilla frosty, depending on the size ordered.

Here is a summary of calories by macronutrient for each vanilla frosty size: Small, Medium, Large.

Calories by Macronutrient

	Small	Medium	Large
Calories from Fat	80	100	135
Calories from Total Carbs	190	240	310
Calories from Protein	40	50	65
Total Calories	310	390	510

Carbohydrates contribute the greatest proportion of total calories. Dietary fats make up approximately one quarter of the calories and the remaining calories are derived from protein.

Wendy’s Vanilla Frosty

% calories from fat, carbs and protein

calories from fat

26%

calories from carbS

61%

calories from Protein

13%

The summary of calories by macronutrient is a rounded estimate based on the nutritional information provided sourced by Wendy’s. Actual calories may vary as a result of how the treat is prepared onsite.

A Jr. Sized Wendy's Vanilla flavored Frosty with text '190 calories.'

The summary of calories by macronutrient is a rounded estimate based on the nutrition facts provided by Wendy’s fast food restaurant. Calories may vary by location or as a result of how the frosty is prepared onsite.

FITNESS TIME TO BURN 310 CALORIES (small)

Run 25 minutes
Play Tennis 40 minutes
Swim 45 minutes

Estimate based on moderate level of activity by an adult with average BMI.

Continue learning about fast food dessert treats. Compare calories in Wendy’s frosty to a banana pudding milkshake or Icedream dessert from Chick-fil-A.

Nutrition Facts

Amount per serving of 1 Frosty (%DV)

Red indicates %DV is high.

	SMALL	MEDIUM	LARGE
Calories	310	390	510
Total Fat	9g (12%)	11g (14%)	15g (19%)
Saturated Fat	5g (25%)	7g (35%)	9g (45%)
Trans Fat	0g	0g	0g
Cholesterol	35mg (12%)	45mg (15%)	60g (20%)
Sodium	180mg (8%)	230mg (10%)	290g (13%)
Carbohydrates	49g (18%)	62g (23%)	81g (30%)
Dietary Fiber	0g (0%)	0g (0%)	0g (0%)
Total Sugars	42g	53g	69g
Protein	10g	12g	16g

%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.

Over 50% of total calories are derived from sugars

Comparison chart listing select nutrition facts in Wendy's vanilla frosty, by size.

Total Sugars

Wendy’s Vanilla Frosty has a significant amount of total sugars, comprised of natural sugars in the milk as well as sweeteners added during processing.

A Jr. Wendy’s vanilla Frosty has 27 grams of total sugars
A small Wendy’s vanilla Frosty has 42 grams of total sugars
A medium Wendy’s vanilla Frosty has 53 grams of total sugars
A large Wendy’s vanilla Frosty has 69 grams of total sugars

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.

Sugar and Corn Syrup are two of the top three ingredients in the Frosty. Both are considered added sugars.

Note: Examples of added sugars used in commercially processed foods include fructose, maple syrup, cane juice, corn syrup, dextrose, and other sweeteners such as table sugar.

Vanilla Frosty Ingredients and Allergens

Here is the complete list of ingredients in Wendy’s 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), Vitamin A Palmitate

The vanilla frosty is used as the base for the classic chocolate frosty, peppermint frosty, and triple berry frosty.

Wendy's vanilla frosty with text listing ingredients.

Annatto is an orange/red condiment and food coloring derived from the seeds of the achiote tree. It’s primarily used in foods as a coloring agent.

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

Wendy’s Vanilla Frosty is made with ingredients that include milk. Ingredients in the Frosty served at Wendy’s in Hawaii and Alaska also contain soy.

Check list of allergens in Wendy’s menu items

Peppermint Frosty from Wendy's with text '320 calories'. — The Peppermint Frosty is a seasonal menu item.

Frosty Prices

Check the table below for the price of a Wendy’s Frosty, by flavor, in select U.S. states.

Price of Wendy’s Frosty Treats

Updated July 2025	Florida	California	Texas	New York
Classic Chocolate Frosty (Jr)	$0.89	$1.79	$1.79	$1.69
Classic Chocolate Frosty (Sm)	$0.99	$3.19	$2.89	$3.19
Classic Chocolate Frosty (Md)	$1.59	$3.79	$3.69	$3.79
Classic Chocolate Frosty (Lg)	$1.89	$4.19	$4.39	$4.19
Classic Vanilla Frosty (Jr)	$0.89	$1.79	$1.79	$1.69
Classic Vanilla Frosty (Sm)	$0.99	$3.19	$2.89	$3.19
Classic Vanilla Frosty (Md)	$1.59	$3.79	$3.69	$3.79
Classic Vanilla Frosty (Lg)	$1.89	$4.19	$4.39	$4.19
Thin Mints Vanilla Frosty (Sm)	$2.79	$3.69	$3.39	$3.69
Thin Mints Vanilla Frosty (Md)	$3.59	$4.29	$4.19	$4.29
Thin Mints Vanilla Frosty (Lg)	$3.99	$4.69	$4.79	$4.69
Thin Mints Chocolate Frosty (Sm)	$2.79	$3.69	$3.39	$3.69
Thin Mints Chocolate Frosty (Md)	$3.59	$4.29	$4.19	$4.29
Thin Mints Chocolate Frosty (Lg)	$3.99	$4.69	$4.79	$4.69
Oatmeal Bar	$1.39	$1.89	$1.89	$1.99
Chocolate Chunk Cookie	$1.39	$2.19	$1.99	$1.69
Sugar Cookie	$1.39	$2.19	$1.99	$1.69
Cinnabon Pull-Apart	$3.69	$3.69	$3.79	$3.89

Prices based on a single restaurant within state listed. Prices may vary by location.

Summary of nutritional information in Wendy's vanilla frosty. — Wendy’s **Small** Vanilla Frosty has 310 calories per serving.

Nutrition facts, prices, and ingredients are based on available information as of the date of publication. Restaurants and food manufacturers may change recipes or formulations without notice. Check package labels and ask the product manufacturer or restaurant for the most up-to-date information. Unless otherwise stated, %DV is based on a 2,000 calorie diet. All reports and reviews published on this site are for informational purposes only. NutritionandIngredients.com does not provide healthcare advice or dietary recommendations. Always consult your licensed physician for any healthcare or dietary advice.

Nutrition facts and ingredients source: Wendy’s. Frosty product images courtesy of The Wendy’s Company. Original designs by Nutrition & Ingredients for purposes of research and commentary related to fast food nutrition.