If you fancy a sweet treat or dessert, you might be tempted to have an Oreo ice cream sandwich, but since these sweet treats are not syn-free, you need to make sure you factor in their syns on the plan to avoid ruining your weight loss.
An oreo ice cream sandwich has 5 syns on the slimming world plan, making it average in syns for ice cream, but we would suggest having them in moderation due to their high sugar content.
We've discussed in further detail below how many Oreo ice cream sandwiches you can have on the SW plan, some syn values of their ice cream range and low syn ice cream sandwich alternatives for when you crave something sweet.
At 5 syns for one ice cream sandwich, you can have up to three of these sweet treats on the slimming world plan before using all of your daily syn allowance making them average in syns.
These ice cream sandwiches get their syn value from the sugar and cream, having around 8g of sugar and 3.5g of fat in one 55ml portion, their syns remain fairly low however because of their small portion size.
Oreo has a wide range of ice creams on offer despite originating as a chocolate cream-filled biscuit, so as you can compare syns, we've listed some of their choices down below.
If you are craving an ice cream sandwich but don't want to spend too many syns, or maybe your looking to switch up the flavours, we've got some great low-syn alternatives for you to try out below.
Overall, Oreo ice cream sandwiches are average in syns, having 5 syns per 55ml sandwich, you can have up to three of them on the slimming world plan before using all of your 15 daily syns.
We would recommend having these sweet treats in moderation since they can be high in sugar.
Fancy yourself some Magnum? Check out our Magnum article to see how many syns are in each.
Syn values are calculated using a formula based on calories, saturated fat and sugar content per serving. They’re not the same as calories — a product can be low in calories but higher in syns if it’s high in sugar or fat. Always check the official Slimming World app for the most accurate and up-to-date syn values.
Yes. When manufacturers reformulate their products, the syn value can go up or down. This is why we recommend double-checking with the Slimming World app or your consultant, especially if a product’s packaging has changed recently.
Most Slimming World members work with 5 to 15 syns per day. Your consultant will advise on the right amount for you. The key is to use your syns on the things you enjoy most — whether that’s a chocolate bar, a glass of wine, or a packet of crisps.
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