Dairy-free consumers should feel lucky, because yet another ice cream company is launching exactly seven flavors of vegan ice cream. Alden’s Organic Dairy-Free Ice Cream has been packed into pints and is shipping across the U.S. in a range of classic and creatively indulgent varieties.
Alden’s Organic has been churning dairy ice cream for more than 15 years, and their parent company, Oregon Ice Cream, has been in business since 1938. But according to Joelle Simmons, the company’s SVP of Sales & Marketing, they are finally ready to scoop up a share of the non-dairy frozen dessert market.
Consumers are craving a dairy-free option that actually delivers an exceptional flavor filled experience. We saw an opportunity and worked through 29 variations to develop a more progressive, organic dairy-free recipe that upholds the high standards of our famous ice cream.
Alden’s Organic Dairy-Free Ice Cream Debuts in Seven Pint Flavors
These vegan pints are on the lighter side of frozen dessert, and made with a blend of coconut oil, oat flour, brown rice, and pea protein. This may not sound appealing, but the company says it’s been crafted to be “creamy and melt-in-your-mouth amazing.” You be the judge! If you’ve tried any of these pints, leave your rating and review below.
And if you’re in an ice cream sandwich mood, we have a separate post on Alden’s Organic Dairy-Free Ice cream Sammies!
Vanilla Bean
Ingredients: dairy free frozen dessert blend* (water, cane sugar*, coconut oil*, tapioca syrup*, inulin*, brown rice solids*, whole oat flour*, acacia gum*, pea protein*, soy lecithin*, guar gum*, locust bean gum*), vanilla flavor with other natural flavors*, ground vanilla beans*. *organic. Contains: soy, tree nuts.*
Nutrition (per 2/3 cup serving): 180 calories, 10g fat, 25g carbs, 4g fiber, 16g sugars (includes 16g added sugars), 1g protein.*
Muddie Brownie
Ingredients: dairy free frozen dessert blend* (water, cane sugar*, coconut oil*, tapioca syrup*, inulin*, brown rice solids*, whole oat flour*, acacia gum*, pea protein*, soy lecithin*, guar gum*, locust bean gum*), fudge brownie pieces (cane sugar*, wheat flour*, soybean oil*, water, cocoa powder*, corn starch*, sunflower lecithin*, salt, natural vanilla extract*), chocolate base* (sugar*, water, cocoa* (processed with alkali), natural flavor, citric acid, salt). *organic. Contains: soy, tree nuts, wheat.*
Nutrition (per 2/3 cup serving): 220 calories, 12g fat, 31g carbs, 5g fiber, 20g sugars (includes 20g added sugars), 2g protein.*
Double Strawberry
Ingredients: dairy free frozen dessert blend* (water, cane sugar*, coconut oil*, tapioca syrup*, inulin*, brown rice solids*, whole oat flour*, acacia gum*, pea protein*, soy lecithin*, guar gum*, locust bean gum*), water, strawberries*, sugar*, cane sugar*, tapioca syrup*, citric acid, guar gum*, strawberry flavor*, pectin, red beet juice concentrate* (color), locust bean gum*. *organic. Contains: soy, tree nuts.*
Nutrition (per 2/3 cup serving): 180 calories, 7g fat, 32g carbs, 3g fiber, 23g sugars (includes 22g added sugars), 1g protein.*
Freckled Mint Chip
Ingredients: dairy free frozen dessert blend* (water, cane sugar*, coconut oil*, tapioca syrup*, inulin*, brown rice solids*, whole oat flour*, acacia gum*, pea protein*, soy lecithin*, guar gum*, locust bean gum*), chocolate chips* (unsweetened chocolate*, cane sugar*, palm kernel oil*, cocoa butter*, soy lecithin, vanilla extract*), peppermint extract*. *organic. Contains: soy, tree nuts.*
Nutrition (per 2/3 cup serving): 220 calories, 13g fat, 27g carbs, 4g fiber, 17g sugars (includes 17g added sugars), 1g protein.*
Caramel Almond Crunch
Ingredients: dairy free frozen dessert blend* (water, cane sugar*, coconut oil*, tapioca syrup*, inulin*, brown rice solids*, whole oat flour*, acacia gum*, pea protein*, soy lecithin*, guar gum*, locust bean gum*), non-dairy caramel* (tapioca syrup*, water, cane sugar*, pea protein*, natural flavor*, salt, coconut oil*, pectin), chocolate chips* (unsweetened chocolate*, cane sugar*, palm kernel oil*, cocoa butter*, soy lecithin, vanilla extract*), roasted almonds*, caramel base* (sugar*, water), sea salt, natural caramel flavor*, annatto extract* (color). *organic. Contains: soy, tree nuts.*
Nutrition (per 2/3 cup serving): 230 calories, 13g fat, 30g carbs, 4g fiber, 19g sugars (includes 18g added sugars), 2g protein.*
Peanut Butter Chip
Ingredients: dairy free frozen dessert blend* (water, cane sugar*, coconut oil*, tapioca syrup*, inulin*, brown rice*, whole oat flour*, acacia gum*, pea protein*, soy lecithin*, guar gum*, locust bean gum*), peanut butter* (peanuts*), chocolate chips* (unsweetened chocolate*, cane sugar*, palm kernel oil*, cocoa butter*, soy lecithin, vanilla extract*), natural peanut butter flavor*, sea salt. *organic. Contains: peanut, soy, tree nuts.*
Nutrition (per 2/3 cup serving): 250 calories, 16g fat, 27g carbs, 4g fiber, 17g sugars (includes 16g added sugars), 3g protein.*
Cookie Crumble
Ingredients: dairy free frozen dessert blend* (water, cane sugar*, coconut oil*, tapioca syrup*, inulin*, brown rice*, whole oat flour*, acacia gum*, pea protein*, soy lecithin*, guar gum*, locust bean gum*), crushed creme cookies* (wheat flour*, powdered sugar*, palm oil*, cane sugar*, cocoa* (processed with alkali), salt, soy lecithin*, baking soda, vanilla flavor*), caramel base* (sugar*, water), natural cookie flavor*. *organic. Contains: soy, tree nuts, wheat.*
Nutrition (per 2/3 cup serving): 210 calories, 11g fat, 30g carbs, 4g fiber, 18g sugars (includes 18g added sugars), 2g protein.*
More Allergen Notes
Alden’s also makes dairy ice cream, and they have shared the following allergen information.
All of our products are made on shared equipment, which sometimes processes milk, eggs, wheat, soy, tree nuts, and peanuts. We have a strict allergen control policy and work hard to prevent cross-contamination of allergens, but we do not test finished products for the presence of allergens unless the package clearly states the product is free of a specific allergen. Alden’s does test for the presence of dairy / milk in the Dairy Free products. Also, because they are Vegan certified, allergen testing is conducted so customers can feel confident that there is no cross contamination with milk.
More Facts on Alden’s Organic Dairy-Free Ice Cream
Price: $5.49 to $5.99 per pint
Availability: Alden’s Organic Dairy-Free Ice Cream has launched in Sprouts stores across the U.S. It will roll out to other stores like Natural Grocers and National Co+Op Grocers starting in March 2020.
Certifications: Alden’s Organic Dairy-Free Ice Cream is Certified Organic and Certified Vegan.
Dietary Notes: By ingredients, Alden’s Organic Dairy-Free Ice Cream is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, vegan, and vegetarian. Select varieties are made without peanuts, wheat, and / or actual tree nuts.*
For More Product Information: Visit the Oregon Ice Cream website at www.aldensicecream.com.
*Always read the ingredient and nutrition statement prior to consumption. Ingredients, processes, and labeling are subject to change at any time for any company or product. Contact the company to discuss their manufacturing processes if potential allergen cross-contamination is an issue for you. No food product can be guaranteed “safe” for every individual’s needs. You should never rely on ingredient and allergen statements alone if dealing with a severe food allergy.
