Artic Zero Ice Cream
JaimusWilliams
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Has anyone tried this before? Seems like a good alternative if your craving ice cream.
A walmart near me sells them and I'm debating on trying it sometime, when I get a craving for ice cream. However, I know it probably wouldn't be the same (obviously.)
What's your thoughts/reviews?
https://arcticzero.com/
A walmart near me sells them and I'm debating on trying it sometime, when I get a craving for ice cream. However, I know it probably wouldn't be the same (obviously.)
What's your thoughts/reviews?
https://arcticzero.com/
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If you like eating shaved ice cubes with about a tablespoon of watered-down kool aid as the flavoring, you'll probably enjoy it. Otherwise, not so much.0
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I purchased raspberries flavor and it was horrible!0
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Eh, I can fit a serving or two of ice cream into my calories most nights, so I'll pass.0
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ceoverturf wrote: »If you like eating shaved ice cubes with about a tablespoon of watered-down kool aid as the flavoring, you'll probably enjoy it. Otherwise, not so much.
LOL!! Hilarious! Yeah, that was about it! I tried cookies and cream. I would rather cut back somewhere else and just fit regular ice cream or even light ice cream in my day!
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Makes sense, most things that look to good to be true are. I may need to try it though. Hopefully I can make it an acquired taste like I did with the Shirataki noodles hahahah.0
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HiddenAgenda88 wrote: »Makes sense, most things that look to good to be true are. I may need to try it though. Hopefully I can make it an acquired taste like I did with the Shirataki noodles hahahah.
Eww fishy noodles and faux ice cream? I pass... I pass a thousand times.0 -
Yeah, it pretty much tastes like nothing. Not terrible, just...devoid of flavor.0
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I think the salted caramel is not bad although I just use it to top my protein mug cake; I dont eat it on its own right out of the carton.....0
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Cardboard lies!! Save calories for real ice cream..like Talenti!0
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Phoenix_Down wrote: »Cardboard lies!! Save calories for real ice cream..like Talenti! **;)
**technically gelato...otherwise I agree0 -
ceoverturf wrote: »Phoenix_Down wrote: »Cardboard lies!! Save calories for real ice cream..like Talenti! **;)
**technically gelato...otherwise I agree
Fair point :P0 -
You should just buy sherbet.0
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I've only tried two flavors. The first was cookies & cream, and it was essentially tasteless with a weird slushy texture. I took two bites and threw the rest of the $5 pint in the trash. When they came out with the new chunk flavors, I bought a pint of the Cookie Dough Chip. It's a HUGE improvement on the old flavors, and it has actual cookie dough chunks and chocolate pieces, which made a big difference. I ate the whole pint of that one and I'd definitely buy it again, but I typically stick to real ice cream these days.
My tips would be:
1. Stick to the new flavors. Cookie Dough Chip, Buttery Pecan, Cool Mint Chip, Key Lime Pie.
2. Don't expect these to taste like Ben & Jerry's. You'll be disappointed.
3. Right out of the freezer, this stuff is hard as a rock. Microwave it for about 7 seconds before eating and that will improve the consistency a lot.
4. Toppings! I would take 2 servings of the Cookie Dough Chip and top it with a Chocolate Chip Fiber One brownie, Walden Farms chocolate syrup, and fat free whipped cream. It was actually a really great dessert during my cut.
5. If you can fit in real ice cream, do it and skip the Arctic Zero. But if you're in a strict cut and can't fit it in without going hungry during other parts of the day, then give it a shot.0 -
Dryers has a "no sugar added" line up that to me is much closer to the real deal and not too bad on the calories. I tried a few Arctic Zeros and did not finish a couple because they were just so bad. Glad to see some folks agree.0
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Yeah. I bought the peanut butter cup flavor.
It's a lie.0 -
I like the ones that I've tried, but you definitely have to let them melt a bit before using them. I have had the toasted coconut and the vanilla maple. Both are decent.0
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Phoenix_Down wrote: »Cardboard lies!! Save calories for real ice cream..like Talenti!
OMG Talenti................ SO DELICIOUS0 -
It's disgusting. Seriously gross. I'd rather be chubby then eat it. For real.0
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Arctic Zero is basically frozen protein fluff. I enjoy them. I've had most of the flavors and even the 'creamy' 150 cal per pint are okay. Like other posters have said, they are NOT Ben & Jerry's. But if you are looking for a mildly sweet cool frozen treat, they work for me. I like the cookie shake, hint of mint and coffee. Haven't tried the 'chunky' for 300 cals a pint. I prefer having these around because if I have the 'real stuff' I'll wind up eating all of it. Still working on portion control and making good choices. I don't usually eat the whole pint, .25 or .5 and I feel like I'm good. I also agree with the need to let it soften up. The strawberry is especially gummy to me.
I personally don't think they are as terrible as a lot of others do, but your mileage may vary.
...I also just discovered shirataki noodles and think they are great. I use them with asian dishes as the soy/vinegar based flavors pair better than tomato based in my opinion. I generally try and stick with 'real' food as opposed to faux comfort food, but sometimes I mix in some of the fad stuff to get me through.0 -
Haven't tried it.
My preference is to become a sweets snob and be choosy about what I'm willing to spend calories on. If I only have a small number left, I'd rather go for a square of high quality chocolate or some berries. Plus, really good ice cream or gelato isn't that high in calories, so I can make it fit often enough and don't miss being able to eat insane amounts. (Well, most of the time.)0
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