Mister Softee Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Mister Softee cooks with: soybean oil and vegetable oil blend. Across the 52 menu items we analyzed, it averages 1.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
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Safest Orders at Mister Softee
Learn this once: a salad with grilled protein and the dressing left off is nearly always the lowest seed oil order anywhere. So the list below sticks to real meals, salads included, never just a water.
Cleanest full order: Soft Serve Cup - Medium + Italian Ice - Small, 1.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Cake Cone (soft serve) | 0.0g |
| Crunch Bar (chocolate-dipped) | 0.0g |
| Italian Ice - Small | 0.0g |
| Italian Ice - Medium | 0.0g |
| Italian Ice - Large | 0.0g |
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Build my orderWhat to Avoid at Mister Softee
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Peanut Butter Sundae | 4.0g |
| Quart | 4.0g |
| Toasted Almond Bar | 3.0g |
| Hot Fudge Sundae | 2.0g |
| Strawberry Shortcake Bar | 2.0g |
Every Mister Softee item, ranked
All 52 items we have for Mister Softee, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Cake Cone (soft serve) | 0.0g |
| Crunch Bar (chocolate-dipped) | 0.0g |
| Italian Ice - Small | 0.0g |
| Italian Ice - Medium | 0.0g |
| Italian Ice - Large | 0.0g |
| Vanilla Soft Serve Cup (small) | 1.0g |
| Vanilla Soft Serve Cup (medium) | 1.0g |
| Chocolate Soft Serve Cup (small) | 1.0g |
| Chocolate Soft Serve Cup (medium) | 1.0g |
| Rainbow Sprinkle Cone | 1.0g |
| Chocolate Sprinkle Cone | 1.0g |
| Strawberry Sundae | 1.0g |
| Caramel Sundae | 1.0g |
| Root Beer Float | 1.0g |
| Vanilla Soft Serve Cone | 1.0g |
| Chocolate Soft Serve Cone | 1.0g |
| Twist Soft Serve Cone | 1.0g |
| Twist Soft Serve Cup - Small | 1.0g |
| Twist Soft Serve Cup - Medium | 1.0g |
| Butterscotch Sundae | 1.0g |
| Pineapple Sundae | 1.0g |
| Crushed Cherry Sundae | 1.0g |
| Coke Float | 1.0g |
| Orange Soda Float | 1.0g |
| Hot Fudge Sundae | 2.0g |
| Strawberry Shortcake Bar | 2.0g |
| Vanilla Soft Serve Cup - Large | 2.0g |
| Chocolate Soft Serve Cup - Large | 2.0g |
| Twist Soft Serve Cup - Large | 2.0g |
| Waffle Cone | 2.0g |
| Chocolate Dip Cone | 2.0g |
| Cherry Dip Cone | 2.0g |
| Chocolate Nut Sundae | 2.0g |
| Reese's Pieces Sundae | 2.0g |
| Oreo Sundae | 2.0g |
| Oreo Overload Sundae | 2.0g |
| Hot Fudge Brownie Sundae | 2.0g |
| Strawberry Shortcake Sundae | 2.0g |
| Birthday Cake Sundae | 2.0g |
| S'mores Sundae | 2.0g |
| Banana Boat | 2.0g |
| Cartwheel | 2.0g |
| Pint | 2.0g |
| Milkshake - Vanilla | 2.0g |
| Milkshake - Chocolate | 2.0g |
| Milkshake - Strawberry | 2.0g |
| Milkshake - Oreo | 2.0g |
| Milkshake - Banana | 2.0g |
| Root Beer Malt | 2.0g |
| Toasted Almond Bar | 3.0g |
| Peanut Butter Sundae | 4.0g |
| Quart | 4.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Mister Softee use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Mister Softee cooks with: soybean oil and vegetable oil blend. Across the 52 menu items we analyzed, it averages 1.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
What oil does Mister Softee cook with?
Our research indicates: Soft serve is dairy-based (milk/cream, no vegetable oil); waffle cone uses soybean oil shortening; chocolate hard dip uses coconut oil; novelty bars (Toasted Almond, Strawberry Shortcake) are Good Humor products containing soybean oil, palm oil, and coconut oil. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Mister Softee use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Mister Softee cooks with soybean oil and vegetable oil blend, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Mister Softee seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Mister Softee cooks with soybean oil and vegetable oil blend, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Mister Softee?
Cake Cone (soft serve) is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Mister Softee, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Mister Softee?
Peanut Butter Sundae is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Mister Softee, at an estimated 4.0g PUFA. Fried items and creamy, mayo-based sauces are usually the heaviest.
What are seed oils?
Seed oils — canola, soybean, sunflower, corn, and similar vegetable oils — are extracted from seeds using high heat and chemical solvents. They are very high in polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs), which are unstable at cooking temperatures and can oxidize easily. Many health-conscious eaters choose to minimize seed oils and prefer foods cooked in beef tallow, butter, coconut oil, or olive oil instead. This page shows estimated PUFA grams per menu item to help you make more informed choices. These are estimates — actual values vary by preparation and location. New to the topic? Start with what seed oils are and the complete list, or read the evidence on why people avoid them.
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