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
This is a mildly vanilla pint that’s good for complementing desserts. It isn’t too sweet or too bold on its own, and is ready to take on toppings, brownies, cookies, etc.
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
The brownies in this densely chocolate ice cream are surprisingly chewy and are very dark in flavor. It’s a nice grown-up contrast.
Nutrition (per 2/3 cup serving): 220 calories, 12g fat, 31g carbs, 5g fiber, 20g sugars (includes 20g added sugars), 2g protein.*
Double Strawberry
This is one of the most intensely flavored dairy-free strawberry ice creams available.
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
This flavor has a nice balance of mint – not too strong, but ever present. It’s filled with very thin dark chocolate shards that add contrast.
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
The almond crunch aspect isn’t sweet, but the ice cream and rich salted caramel swirl bring this together as a full dessert.
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
Peanut butter purists will love that the peanut butter isn’t sweetened! This pint is sweet, savory, and just a touch salty all rolled into one.
Nutrition (per 2/3 cup serving): 250 calories, 16g fat, 27g carbs, 4g fiber, 17g sugars (includes 16g added sugars), 3g protein.*
Cookie Crumble
They couldn’t have packed any more sandwich creme cookies in this pint if they tried. The creamy base combined with the tender cookies and frosting is wonderfully indulgent.
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.
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It's all in the details
This is a good dairy-free ice cream. It isn’t as creamy as some, but the base flavor is good, and the additions are unique. We tried every flavor. My favorites were the Strawberry, Caramel Almond Crunch, and Cookie Crumble. The Strawberry is rich in fruity flavor, that a lot of other brands lack. There are also large pieces of dried strawberry thrown in for extra intensity. The salted caramel swirl in the Caramel Almond Crunch is AMAZING. It was generous in half the pint, but lacking in the bottom – I wanted more! The Cookie Crumble had great flavor balance, was a bit creamier than the others, and was generously littered with chocolate cookies. Delicious! They were all good, but those three stood out.
Tastes like wholesome ice cream
I tried the Muddy Brownie and it satisfied my craving for both; with the decadent chocolate ice cream consistency & the delicious chocolate brownie crumbles. This one is a winner!
