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One student writer who tried about 40 Cook Out shakes called the Cookout Caramel Fudge milkshake the best milkshake they could ever try. Mashed ranked it ninth, The Daily Meal 17th, and a fan scorer gave it 10.5 of 17. At 677 calories in a 32.8 oz cup it comes in 77 calories under the Fudge shake at 754, and it typically costs $3.99.
Why did Viking Fusion crown Caramel Fudge the best shake?
Balance. The Viking Fusion writer credited the thick chocolate ice cream and the ribbons of caramel, calling it the most perfect shake of all, with Vanilla and Peanut Butter Fudge finishing next. The Talon's 2018 student test placed it 9th of 43, a strong showing from a different set of tasters.
What do the other reviewers say?
| Source | Verdict |
|---|---|
| Viking Fusion (2022) | Best shake tried; balance of chocolate ice cream and caramel ribbons |
| The Talon (2018) | 9th of 43 |
| Mashed | 9th; combines both flavors into a thick, rich shake, but caramel is the star |
| The Daily Meal | 17th of 41; both flavors come through and the thick sauces leave a lingering taste |
| cookoutmilkshakereviews.com | 10.5 of 17; one of the better chocolate shakes, wanted more of a caramel swirl |
| TikTok reviewers | 9.5 out of 10 from one, 3 out of 10 from another; one called it perfect for a hot day |
The fan scorer's only complaint is the swirl: they expected a ribbon of caramel and got bits. The Daily Meal found the opposite, a shake coated with sauce.
How does Caramel Fudge compare with Caramel and Fudge?
It lands between them on calories and outranks plain Caramel in The Daily Meal. Caramel is 117 calories lighter, and Fudge is 77 heavier.
| Measure | Caramel | Caramel Fudge | Fudge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 560 | 677 | 754 |
| Total fat | 17 g | 21 g | 25 g |
| Saturated fat | 10 g | 13 g | 17 g |
| Sugar | 87 g | 102 g | 109 g |
| Size | 33.5 oz | 32.8 oz | 33.5 oz |
Across the menu it ranks 23rd of 44 for calories and 17th for sodium at 509 mg.
Is the Cookout Caramel Fudge milkshake the better caramel?
Yes. It is the best-reviewed of the caramel pair, with more support than any shake that carries caramel, and it keeps calories under 680. If you want to save more, plain Caramel is 117 lighter.