At a whopping 2,600 calories, Baskin Robbins large Chocolate Oreo Shake is America’s worst food according to a survey from a US health magazine. At 125g of fat, it has three days worth of saturated fat…
Clearly blinded by love for their brand, the Baskin Robbins website says you can “Delight your senses with a delicious shake made with your favorite premium ice cream flavor! Treat yourself today to a sweet experience!”
Rather brilliantly and unashamedly, this is how they describe their beast of a shake:
”Welcome to deliciousness! A creamy blend of Oreo Cookies ’n Cream ice cream, topped with whipped cream, chocolate drizzle and crushed Oreo cookie pieces. Yum!”
What's Driving This Trend
- Low-calorie Desserts
- Opportunity for food companies to develop healthier alternatives to high-calorie desserts like milkshakes.
- Clean Label Movement
- Demand for transparency in food ingredients creates a space for companies to market clean, natural, and wholesome products.
- Plant-based Alternatives
- Growing interest in plant-based diets leads to the development of dairy-free and vegan milkshake options.
Who This Affects Most
- Food Manufacturing
- Food manufacturers can explore innovative techniques to reduce calories and fat content in their products without compromising taste.
- Health and Wellness
- Opportunity for health-conscious brands to provide consumers with nutritious dessert options that align with their dietary goals.
- Dairy-free Market
- Companies in the dairy-free market can capitalize on the demand for indulgent treats by offering plant-based, guilt-free milkshake alternatives.
