We contacted Walmart, which did not want to release an official comment.
However, sources close to the company told us
"ice cream melts based on how much buttermilk, butterfat, and cream are in it. Walmart's sandwiches contain less, so they are more affordable. But they are healthy and meet all FDA guidelines."
What's in That Sandwich?
A check of ingredients confirms why Haagen Dazs melts quickly, like ice cream from days of yore.
Walmart's ingredient list includes corn syrup, guar gum, and cellulose gum.
Unilever's Klondike Bars's ingredient list is very similar to Walmart's, with similar gums added.
Haagen Dazs contains just cream, milk, sugar, and eggs, and vanilla, but no corn syrup or gums of any type.
However, we should also point out a cup of Haagen Dazs or another premium ice cream costs about $3. For the same price you get a dozen ice cream sandwiches from Walmart, or other stores.
For store brand sandwiches to be as natural as Haagen Dazs, the price would have to be significantly higher.
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