What oil does Sheridan's Frozen Custard fry in?
Sheridan's Frozen Custard has no deep fryer.
In detail: No frying oil — custard base is dairy fat (cream, milk, egg yolks); waffle cones likely use soybean/cottonseed shortening (standard industry formulation); peanut butter mix-ins contribute peanut-oil PUFA; Oreo/cookie mix-ins contribute soybean-oil PUFA.
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Build my orderSheridan's Frozen Custard at a glance
| Fry oil (US) | No deep fryer |
| Seed oils | No fryer, but in some items |
| Beef tallow | No |
| Peanut oil | Yes |
| Seed oil grade | A (3.2 g average per item, 69 items) |
The 5 cleanest things to order at Sheridan's Frozen Custard
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.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Veggie Burger | 4.0g |
| Burger with Cheddar | 5.0g |
| Pure Steak Burger | 5.0g |
| Double Burger | 7.0g |
| Double Cheeseburger | 8.0g |
Lower PUFA is cleaner. These are estimates from published nutrition data and disclosed oils; preparation varies by location.
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Build my orderWhy the frying oil matters
Most fast-food chains fry in seed oils like soybean, canola, corn, or a blend of them, which are high in polyunsaturated fat (PUFA). A handful still use beef tallow or other stable fats, which are far lower in PUFA. The oil a kitchen fries in is the single biggest driver of how much seed oil ends up on your plate. See the full breakdown on the Sheridan's Frozen Custard report card, or where it lands on the Seed Oil Index. See which chains fry in real fats on Tallow Watch.
Frequently asked
What oil does Sheridan's Frozen Custard fry in?
Sheridan's Frozen Custard has no deep fryer. In detail: No frying oil — custard base is dairy fat (cream, milk, egg yolks); waffle cones likely use soybean/cottonseed shortening (standard industry formulation); peanut butter mix-ins contribute peanut-oil PUFA; Oreo/cookie mix-ins contribute soybean-oil PUFA.
Does Sheridan's Frozen Custard use seed oils?
Sheridan's Frozen Custard has no deep fryer. Seed oils still show up in other items, so check the grams for each one.
Does Sheridan's Frozen Custard use beef tallow?
No. Sheridan's Frozen Custard has no deep fryer.
Does Sheridan's Frozen Custard use peanut oil?
Yes. Our notes: No frying oil — custard base is dairy fat (cream, milk, egg yolks); waffle cones likely use soybean/cottonseed shortening (standard industry formulation); peanut butter mix-ins contribute peanut-oil PUFA; Oreo/cookie mix-ins contribute soybean-oil PUFA. If you have a peanut allergy, ask the restaurant directly, because oils and suppliers can vary by location.
What is the lowest seed oil order at Sheridan's Frozen Custard?
Veggie Burger (4.0 g of polyunsaturated fat). Next: Burger with Cheddar (5.0 g) and Pure Steak Burger (5.0 g).
Which Sheridan's Frozen Custard item has the most seed oil?
Fish Sandwich, at about 13.0 g of polyunsaturated fat as listed.