14 Best Brand Name Ice Creams for Weight Loss

We all know that the creamy treat is all too easy to overdo, and when you’re in beachwear, a belly full of Ben & Jerry’s isn’t the best look. For many, though, ice cream is one of those can’t-live-without foods, which is why we’ve set out to find the best healthy ice cream brands to aid your rapid weight loss efforts.

All of them come in at 150 calories or less per serving and have no more than 6 grams of saturated fat or 17 grams of sugar. For some context, most frozen treats average around 25 grams of the sweet stuff!

Whether you’re a fan of chocolate, vanilla, or something a little more involved, we’ve got an option that’s sure to hit the spot. And what’s more, you’d never guess these creamy desserts are low-calorie and diet-friendly! Stock your freezer with a few of these healthy ice creams and the pounds are sure to melt away (pun intended)! While these pints are our top picks, the freezer aisle isn’t entirely waistline-friendly. Don’t forget to steer clear of these worst frozen foods in America to keep your body in beach shape.

Per 1/2 cup (56 g): 100 calories, 3 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 30 mg sodium, 15 g carbs (0 g fiber, 13 g sugar), 3 g protein

Edy’s Slow Churned line leans more heavily on non-fat milk than cream, which keeps the calories in check. In fact, simply choosing this Edy’s line over their “Classic Coffee” will save you 40 calories, 4 grams of fat and 2 grams of saturated fat. We’re big fans of this healthy ice cream’s bold flavor, but be careful—it’s made with real coffee, so it’s not the best choice right before bed. This pint isn’t the only thing you shouldn’t snag before your slumber. Don’t miss these best and worst foods to eat for sleep.

Per 1/2 cup (66 g): 130 calories, 7 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 35 mg sodium, 14 g carbs (0 g fiber, 14 g sugar), 2 g protein

Made from a combination of milk, cream, sugar, Tara gum (a stabilizer made from tara seeds, a type of legume), and natural flavor, Breyers Natural Vanilla has earned our allegiance for both its low-calorie concoctions and the simplicity of its ingredient statements.

Per 1/2 cup (66 g): 90 calories, 3 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 120 mg sodium, 16 g carbs (3 g fiber, 7 g sugar, 5 g sugar alcohols), 5 g protein

For once, the health halo surrounding this healthy ice cream is well-deserved — and not a bad thing. This high-protein ice cream by Halo Top may be the lowest calorie, carb, and sugar chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream you’ll ever lay your eyes on. Not to mention, it tastes as good as it is for you.

Per 1/2 cup (61 g): 140 calories, 6 g fat (2.5 g saturated fat), 65 mg sodium, 20 g carbs (1 g fiber, 15 g sugar), 3 g protein

Considering this healthy ice cream is loaded with fudge swirls and flecked with chocolate peanut butter cups, the nutritionals are solid. You’d be hard pressed to find a more decadent dessert with fewer calories. Trust us, we’ve looked!

Per 1/2 cup (70 g): 75 calories, 1.5 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 135 mg sodium, 11 g carbs (3 g fiber, 8 g sugar), 3 g protein

No, that isn’t a typo. This skinny alternative really has just 75 calories per serving! It isn’t too shocking when you consider that makers of the healthy treat replaced the cream and milk typically found in ice cream with water and whey protein. While staffers who tried this stuff out thought the taste was on point, they did note that the texture was more icy than creamy, but the yummy brownie bits made up for it.

Per 1/2 cup (73 g): 120 calories, 7 g fat (6 g saturated fat), 50 mg sodium, 19 g carbs (5 g fiber, 9 g sugar), 0 g protein

Despite being made from an organic coconut milk base, this dairy-free healthy ice cream by Nadamoo! isn’t overwhelmingly coconutty. And while this serving may have just as much fat as other regular ice cream brands, it does have significantly less sugar!

Per 1/2 cup (n/a g): 100 calories, 3.5 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 25 mg sodium, 15 g carbs (0 g fiber, 13 g sugar), 3 g protein

There’s no funny business here. Simply made from non-fat milk and cream, Edy’s regular chocolate option is one of the best diet ice creams in disguise. Sure this healthy ice cream is a bit higher in sugar than we’d like to see, but it’s made from all-natural, non-GMO ingredients, is low in calories, and is free from artificial colors and flavors.

Per 1/2 cup (70 g): 100 calories, 4.5 g fat (2.5 g saturated fat), 130 mg sodium, 16 g carbs (5 g fiber, 4 g sugar, 5 g sugar alcohol), 8 g protein

Enlightened’s line of ice cream keeps the calorie count low by cutting down on sugar. They do add some cane sugar, but most of the sweetness you get comes from erythritol: an Eat This!-approved sugar alcohol. And despite being so low calorie, this pint is certainly packed with powerful protein — a whole 8 grams worth!

Per 1/2 cup (67 g): 150 calories, 8 g fat (6 g saturated fat), 40 mg sodium, 18 g carbs (< 1 g fiber, 17 g sugar), 2 g protein

The secret to a low-calorie ice cream is simple: Lead off with something lighter than cream. This one uses regular milk first and cream last. This is your best bet if you’re a fan of the minty, sweet flavor since, unlike other popular brands, Breyers doesn’t rely on artificial colors to dye your cream green.

Per 1/2 cup (70 g): 150 calories, 8 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 50 mg sodium, 16 g carbs (0 g fiber, 16 g sugar), 3 g protein

Craving something fruity? Try out Turkey Hill’s All Natural line of ice cream for their Blackberry Swirl flavor. It’s not much more than milk, cream, sugar, and blackberry puree, but we admire Turkey Hill for keeping the sugar count low.

Per 1/2 cup (66 g): 100 calories, 2.5 g fat (1.5 g saturated fat), 55 mg sodium, 18 g carbs (2 g fiber, 16 g sugar), 4 g protein

Froyo offers the best of both worlds since it’s cool and creamy like ice cream but lower in calories and higher in protein. Bonus: This cool treat contains as much calcium as a container of yogurt and serves up the same gut-healthy active cultures that can help you slim down. Just because it’s a healthy ice cream, doesn’t mean you should spoon in seconds!

Per 1/2 cup (60 g): 35 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 80 mg sodium, 7 g carbs (2 g fiber, 5 g sugar), 3 g protein

If you know the worst supermarket cookies in America, you know that we’re not big fans of Oreo cookies here at Eat This, Not That!. That being said, Arctic Zero has come up with a great alternative if you’re trying to cut calories: this Cookie Shake frozen treat. (It’s not really ice cream either since there’s no milk or cream, just whey protein concentrate.) If you want to feel like you’re eating ice cream without the calories and fat, this is a great alternative.

Per 1/2 cup (81 g): 130 calories, 3.5 g fat (0.5 g saturated fat), 50 mg sodium, 23 g carbs (1 g fiber, 14 g sugar), 2 g protein

Made from soymilk in lieu of the traditional cow’s, So Delicious cuts the fat without needing to make up for it with an extra hit of sugar. This rich dessert is a safe bet for those with lactose intolerance or for anyone who’s looking to trim down.

Per 1/2 cup (66 g): 60 calories, 2 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 110 mg sodium, 13 g carbs (3 g fiber, 5 g sugar, 5 g sugar alcohols), 5 g protein

See that number on the pint? That’s the number of calories in the entire container — not just a serving. So even if you noshed through the whole thing, this healthy ice cream would only set you back 240 calories, 8 grams of fat, 20 grams of sugar, and 20 grams of protein — as many calories and as much fat and sugar as an average ½ cup serving. If that isn’t enough to reel you in, maybe this extra perk will: all of Halo Top’s products are entirely free of gluten and synthetic growth hormones. We love scooping a spoonful of Halo Top Lemon Cake into plain seltzer for a fit-friendly take on a soda float! For tips on how to indulge in your favorite foods while continuing to slim down, don’t miss these easy ways to cut 50+ calories.

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