One Scoop of Ice Cream: How Many Calories Are You Enjoying?

August 15, 2025

We all want to feel good, but skipping your favourite frozen treat? That’s a hard pass. The good news? You don’t have to pick between delicious and balanced. Once you know what’s in each scoop, you can savour the flavour and stay on track. So, how many calories in a scoop of ice cream? Let’s dig in.

What’s in a Scoop?

When we talk about ice cream, what do we actually mean? Between classic scoops and our favourite – gelato – the calories can vary quite a bit. Traditional ice cream tends to have more fat and sugar, which bumps up the calories per serving size compared to gelato.

On average, calories in one scoop of ice cream land at around 100,* but the details matter. The base (cream, milk, or plant-based?) and the sweetener (sugar, honey, or xylitol) make a difference – and of course, the portion size changes everything!

The above is based on averages; see Anita’s low-calorie flavors below!

Lower-Calorie Picks From Our Menu

With over 150 rotating gelato flavours, Anita always has options for a lighter indulgence. Here are three go-tos if you’re counting calories but still want something sweet:

Vanilla Gelato (Approx. 170 cal per 100g) – A classic done the Anita way: smooth, light, and churned for better texture and balance.
Strawberry Gelato (Approx. 120 cal per 100g) – Fruity, creamy, and naturally sweet – perfect for a soft, refreshing scoop.

Try these or keep exploring gelato flavours – there’s always something new to taste at your local Anita!

A Scoop That Fits Your Day

If you’ve been wondering how many calories in an ice cream or checking every scoop for its nutrition, you’re not alone. At Anita, we believe balance means you can absolutely say yes to a little dessert magic. Visit your nearest local ice cream shop and enjoy a flavour (or two) you love – because joy belongs on the menu!

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Want something sweet? There’s a gelato shop close by – Anita’s is available worldwide!

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