Moose Tracks facts for kids

Moose Tracks is a super popular ice cream flavor! It's owned by a company called Denali Flavors Inc. But many different ice cream companies make it.

The original Moose Tracks ice cream is vanilla. It has yummy peanut butter cups mixed in. And it also has a special, famous fudge swirl.

You can find Moose Tracks in many different kinds. There's chocolate, mint, and even brownie versions. Some are lighter, with fewer calories. There's also a frozen yogurt option. The brand even has a fun mascot: a Moose Tracks moose!

The very first taste of Moose Tracks happened in July 1988. The name "Moose Tracks" came from a mini golf course. This course was in Marquette, Michigan. It was near Jilbert's Dairy. That dairy was the first place to sell the original Moose Tracks ice cream.

What is Moose Tracks Ice Cream?

Moose Tracks is a special kind of ice cream. It's known for its mix-ins. The main parts are vanilla ice cream, peanut butter cups, and a rich fudge swirl. This combination makes it very unique.

The Original Flavor

The classic Moose Tracks flavor is vanilla. It has small pieces of peanut butter cups. These add a salty and sweet crunch. The "Moose Tracks fudge" is a thick, gooey chocolate swirl. It runs all through the ice cream.

Other Fun Flavors

Besides the original, there are many other Moose Tracks flavors. These include:

• Chocolate Moose Tracks
• Caramel Brownie Moose Tracks
• Mint Moose Tracks
• Extreme! Maximum Fudge Moose Tracks
• Brownie Moose Tracks
• Peppermint Bark Moose Tracks
• Black Raspberry Moose Tracks
• Cherry Moose Tracks
• Maximum Fudge Moose Tracks
• Extreme! Moose Tracks
• Original Moose Tracks No Sugar Added
• Glacier Mint Moose Tracks
• Chocolate Peanut Butter Moose Tracks

Some versions are "light" or "no sugar added." This means they have fewer calories or less sugar. There's even a frozen yogurt option for those who prefer it.

Where to Find Moose Tracks

Many different ice cream brands sell Moose Tracks. Denali Flavors Inc. licenses the flavor. This means they let other companies use their recipe and name.

Popular Brands That Sell It

You might find Moose Tracks from these brands:

• Strohs
• Belmont (ALDI)
• Market Pantry (Target)
• Private Selection (Kroger Co)
• Dean's
• Signature Select (Safeway/Albertsons)
• Mayfield
• Kawartha Dairy Company
• Publix

More Denali Flavors

Denali Flavors doesn't just make Moose Tracks. They also have other cool ice cream flavors. These flavors have fun, nature-inspired names too.

Other Licensed Flavors

Some of their other flavors include:

• Caramel Caribou
• Salty Caramel Caribou
• Bear Claw
• Bear Foot Brownie
• Kodiak Island Fudge
• Otter Paws

Moose Tracks Snack Mix

Moose Tracks isn't just for ice cream! Denali Flavors also teamed up with Georgia Nut Company. They created a trail mix based on the ice cream flavor.

What's in the Snack Mix?

The Moose Tracks Snack mix has ingredients that remind you of the ice cream. It often includes nuts, chocolate, and peanut butter pieces. You can find this snack mix at Walgreens under the Nice! brand.