Turkey Hill’s Simply Natural Ice Cream – Keeping Things Simple and Delicious

As an ice cream lover I’m always on the lookout for quality brands that keep their ingredients simple. Turkey Hill’s Simply Natural ice cream line fits the bill perfectly with its short list of natural ingredients and amazing flavors. Keep reading for the scoop on this delicious ice cream!

The Turkey Hill Story

Turkey Hill Dairy has been making ice cream and other dairy products in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania since 1931. Still family-owned today, Turkey Hill prides itself on using local milk and cream and supporting sustainable practices.

In recent years, Turkey Hill has responded to consumer demand for simplicity. They introduced their Simply Natural line of ice creams in 2014 to provide premium ice cream with no artificial colors flavors or preservatives.

Why Simply Natural Ice Cream Stands Out

Here are a few reasons why I love Turkey Hill’s Simply Natural ice cream:

• Short ingredient list – The average flavor contains just 5-7 ingredients like milk, cream, sugar, egg yolks, and natural flavor. No stabilizers or emulsifiers.

• Interesting flavors – In addition to classics like Homemade Vanilla and Mint Chocolate Chip, they offer more unique options like Salted Caramel and Strawberries & Cream.

• Real ingredients – You can actually see vanilla bean specks in their Vanilla Bean flavor. The chocolate flavors use real cocoa.

• Creamy texture – The ice cream is smooth and creamy without being overly dense or icy. A sign of quality ingredients.

• No artificial anything – No artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. The flavors come from real ingredients.

Simply Natural Flavors Year-Round and Seasonal

Turkey Hill currently offers 8 year-round Simply Natural flavors:

• Belgian Style Chocolate
• Chocolate Chocolate Chip
• Homemade Vanilla
• Mint Chocolate Chip
• Salted Caramel
• Strawberries & Cream
• Vanilla Bean
• Vanilla Bean & Chocolate

I’m partial to the Salted Caramel, but they’re all delicious.

In addition to the regular flavors, Turkey Hill releases 4-5 seasonal Simply Natural flavors each year. Some recent options included:

• Pumpkin Pie
• Gingerbread
• Peppermint Stick
• S’mores
• Key Lime Pie

So there’s always a new flavor to try!

Spotlight on Vanilla Bean Simply Natural

Let’s take a closer look at one of their year-round staples, Vanilla Bean Simply Natural ice cream:

• Ingredients – Milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, vanilla bean

• Stats – 200 calories and 11g fat per 2/3 cup serving

• Flavor – You can see the vanilla bean flecks throughout. The flavor is rich and pure vanilla without being overly sweet.

• Uses – Serve on its own or use it to make milkshakes, root beer floats, or baked desserts.

This is my go-to for simple vanilla ice cream. I love that you get real vanilla flavor from the beans.

Where to Buy Turkey Hill Simply Natural Ice Cream

Turkey Hill has a wide distribution network, so Simply Natural should be available at most major grocery stores across the United States. I typically find it in the specialty ice cream section rather than with the regular Turkey Hill flavors.

You can use Turkey Hill’s store locator tool on their website to find a retailer near you. It’s also available for nationwide shipping from their online store.

In my area, a 48 ounce tub costs $4.99 – $5.99 depending on the retailer. So it’s very comparable to other premium ice cream brands. Worth it for the quality!

Enjoying Turkey Hill Responsibly

Part of what I appreciate about Turkey Hill is their commitment to sustainability and responsible practices:

• Their manufacturing plant runs on 100% renewable energy

• They source milk and cream from local family farms within 75 miles

• The company has donated over $7 million to community and environmental initiatives

• They reduced their packaging waste by 11 million pounds from 2019 to 2020

It feels good to support a brand that cares.

Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth with Simply Natural