When I went to the GFAF Expo in September I was able to meet the wonderful people of Wink. I was super stoked to see that they were at the expo in the first place because I had seen their frozen desserts online, but had never seen them in stores and was dieing to try them! First off, Wink started in the dorm room of the founder Gabe Wolff in 2012. He had multiple allergies and wanted to make a fun frozen dessert he could enjoy. And enjoy he did and so did everyone else! They soon started up an online store and were flooded with requests and soon they found their products in over 300 stores. They are still a small company but are growing everyday as more and more people demand their grocery stores carry Wink. I have asked my grocery to carry them, but that still has not happened. Like I have said many time, my grocery sucks and I have requested many products to no avail. Wink has also recently partnered with 1% For the Planet. They give 1% of their profits to help the Earth and reduce their carbon footprint!
So I took things into my own hands and reached out to Wink and asked about doing a review. Since they are so sweet (literally) and lovely they totally agreed and were happy to send me all 5 flavors! I was jumping for joy when that foam box arrived at the door (dry ice to keep things frozen!). I opened it up and had to dig in!
There are 5 flavors which include Iced Latte, Cake Batter, Cocoa Dough, Choco-Mint, and Cinnamon Bun. All fun and super delicious! My favorite is the Choco-Mint. I love the cool minty freshness along with the subtle chocolate taste. The texture of wink is that of a creamy ice. If you have ever had Rita's Italian cream ices, it is kind of like that (except a hell of a lot better...and healthier!)
But the greatest aspect of Wink is how allergy-friendly it is! It is completely Gluten-Free, Vegan, Soy-Free, Dairy-Free, Egg-Free, Nut-Free, Corn-Free, and also Fat-Free and Sugar-Free! It is really hard to find a vegan gluten-free ice cream that is also soy-free which was what drew me to Wink in the first place.
Check out the ingredients:
Completely safe and no chemicals (like most frozen desserts!). All the ingredients are recognizable, organic, and come together to make an awesome healthy sweet treat.
If you aren't concerned with the allergy aspect, this is also a great product for those who just want a quick healthy sweet treat without the calories, fat, and sugar or traditional ice cream and frozen desserts. Yes, the whole pint is 100 calories, 25 calories in ½ cup. 45mg of sodium (awesome!), sugar/fat free, only 4g of carbohydrates, and 2g of protein in that ½ cup serving! Pretty stellar, right?
I am not a big sweets person so I usually just take a small taste with my nightly snacks, but I have thoroughly enjoyed Wink. Totally Rebecca-Approved! Now for the giveaway!
One lucky reader will win all 5 flavor pints of Wink! All you have to do is enter with the Rafflecopter link below! I will announce the winner in this week's Friday Finisher (3/7/14)! US Residents only please!
You can also connect with Wink through these social media sites!
Happy Tuesday! See you all tomorrow with an awesome new recipe!
**I received Wink Frozen Dessert products for review and was not compensated in any other way. All opinions and thoughts are my own and come form the heart! I truly love this company and support their products! 🙂 I also want to thank Ani, who helped coordinate sending me the products and allowing me to review them and offer you guys the giveaway!**
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Question: Is it Kosher, and if yes, which Kosher Certification does it have? In advance, thanks!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
They have a great website you can check out!
Amanda Lauren
I have been trying to lead a healthier lifestyle, but I still need my ice cream fix!
Amanda Lauren
I can’t wait to try Cocoa Dough!!
Amanda Lauren
I can’t wait to try the cocoa dough!!!
Jordan Dunne (@j_mosh)
I look for low sugar, healthy fats, and preferably a little protein in a healthy dessert. Wink definitely seems to fit my criteria!
Jordan Dunne (@j_mosh)
Cocoa dough sounds AMAZING.
Georgiana
I look for low sugar dessert treats!
Georgiana
Cake Batter sounds yummy!
asliceofavocado
Can’t wait to try cake batter!
Kammie @ Sensual Appeal
I'd love to try the Iced Latte
Health, Love, and Chocolate
I have been dying to try these! The latte and cake batter sound the best, but they all sound amazing.
Jessy
Might sound weird but I love popcorn with a little coconut oil drizzled on top.
Jessy
I really want to try the iced latte
kimberlyjob
Sounds so yummy! Good for you for reaching out to them about a review. 🙂
eatsofagirldiscovering
I look for a healthy dessert that will satisfy my cravings!!
eatsofagirldiscovering
OMG I WANT TO TRY CAKE BATTER
Caitlin A.
I look for something low in calories, sugar and higher in protein!
Caitlin A.
dying to try, not avaliable where I live!
Sarah Downey
As a runner, I want good fuel food. I want to know if Wink tastes as good as I'm hoping it does, because I'd love to use healthy frozen dessert to fuel my body!
Olivia
I look for gluten free, and low calorie in healthy desserts.
Olivia
I would LOVE to try cake batter!!
angelinacampbell
Deliciousness fo’ free?! Please, Wink me!
Ashley
I can’t wait to try the cocoa dough flavor!!
Emily Bastedo
I have seen multiple reviews of Wink over the past few weeks and I have been dying to try them! Unfortunately, I live in Texas and they have quite made it here yet! Fingers crossed I can try them through this giveaway! Thanks for offering it!
Emily Bastedo
I would love to try the Mint flavor.
When looking for a healthy dessert, I look for something that tastes good (what’s the point in eating it, if it does not taste good?). From a nutritional perspective, my main focus is on the sugar content. .
Rebecca Webster
I’ve been wanting to try Wink for a while now! They all sound so good
Grace
I really wanna try Iced Latte & Cake Batter:)
thesoulfulspoon
I'm reviewing these this week too! They are on their way to my house as we speak!:) Aren't they great?:) I love the ingredients!!
Arianna
Cocoa Dough is calling my name!
mmmegan
This looks incredible!! Bring on the Cake Batter!
Brian Spitzer
Cake batter!
GiGi Eats Celebrities
WINK IS MY FAVORITE THING EVER!!!! Because of WINK, I have been able to eat ice "cream" AGAIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The only flavor I have NOT tried yet is the MINT CHOCOLATE CHIP flavor and it's a MUST because that's my FAVORITE KIND!!!! The Birthday Cake Flavor is currently tops though since I haven't tried MINT yet!
Katie
I’d love to try these!
Amanda H
Yum sounds good! Would love to try cake batter! I’m always looking for healthy desserts that are fairly low in calories but don’t have a lot of scary ingredients.
Move Eat Create
In a healthy dessert, I like something that is delicious (obviously), but doesn't overwhelm me with sweetness/sugar.
Move Eat Create
Mmmmm . . . cake batter!
Raymond
I like calorie friendly dessert treats that don’t hurt my diet!
Raymond
Cinnamon Bun flavor sounds tasty!
Renata S
Cinnamon Bun sounds amazing to me!
Renata S
I look for very low sugar and calories in a healthy dessert!
Martha (@QCPChic)
These sound perfect for me because my healthy desserts *must* be vegan and low in sugar. I want them to be a treat, not an overindulgence that leaves my head spinning!!
Martha (@QCPChic)
These look delicious! I'd love to try the Choco-mint!
Jen B
Cinnamon bun sounds delicious!
Amanda - RunToTheFinish
My focus lately for a healthy dessert is something I can enjoy a small amount of and feel like my sweet tooth is satisfied!
Olive To Run (@Olivetorun)
Oh wow, what to choose? I think cake batter would take the cake on this one 😉
Amanda - RunToTheFinish
Wow these are really interesting!! Hmm I think cake batter would be top of my list.
Kelsey
WOW! Would love to try these! I think my favorite would be CAKE BATTER! Thanks for the chance!
Rosi
I am following on Instagram. I look for dairy free number one and I like to see healthy substitutes. I was looking at this thinking oh I wish I could then saw it was dairy free not to mention all the other bonuses. 🙂
Rosi
Cocoa Dough sounds great. What an awesome find!
Counter Culture Living
Choco mint! 🙂
Carrie H
I would love the try choco mint!! Looks so good!
kate
I love anything with cinnamon!
Danielle (@itsaharleyylife)
mmm iced latte!