Ice Cream Recipes

Whether it’s for a birthday or a barbecue, recipes with ice cream make the perfect dessert! Find easy things to make with ice cream—and learn what to do with leftover ice cream, too.

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    Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream

    65 reviews

    We don't want to brag, but as far as vanilla ice cream recipes go, this one is the best. And with only four ingredients, it just might be the easiest, too. No ice cream maker? No problem. Just follow the directions below to learn how to make homemade ice cream by hand. It's the perfect base for our best ice cream sundae ideas, too. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

    Pumpkin Spice Latte Ice Cream Cake

    Our pumpkin spice latte ice cream cake tastes just like the Starbucks favorite. One creamy, cool bite will quell your...


    Espresso Milkshakes

    A jolt of caffeine from espresso combines with rich and creamy vanilla ice cream to make espresso milkshakes—a delicious (and...


    Why Is Ice Cream Sundae Spelled ‘Sundae’?

    The origin story of one of America's most popular desserts is surprisingly complicated.


    Frozen S’mores

    This cool twist on the campfire classic comes from the freezer! Easy-to-make frozen s'mores have layers of toasted marshmallows, ice...

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    Tyler Smith’s Ice Cream French Toast

    1 review

    Weekends are busy, so give yourself a break from time-consuming brunch recipes and make this three-ingredient French toast. It's so...


    How to Make Milkshakes

    Strawberry? Peppermint fudge? Banana? Any flavor you like! Learn how to make milkshakes from scratch with our step-by-step guide (plus...


    Creamy Coconut Peppermint Pie

    Garnished with toasted coconut and more peppermint candy, this creamy dessert welcomes the holidays! Look for premade shortbread crusts in...


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    Cherry and Chocolate Ice Cream Pie

    1 review

    We took cherry pie to a whole new level as a frozen treat. With a luscious layer of chocolate fudge...


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    Grilled Banana Brownie Sundaes

    My niece Amanda Jean and I have a lot of fun in the kitchen creating different dishes. One of us...

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    Festive Mint Cream Dessert

    10 reviews

    Mint ice cream and colorful sprinkles make this cool concoction perfect for holiday parties or meals. For a chocolaty dessert,...


    Pumpkin Gingersnap Ice Cream Pie

    2 reviews

    My family and I always try new desserts during the holidays. This one was a clear winner, so we now...


    Strawberry Ice Cream Charlotte

    1 review

    My family loves ice cream cake, so they were delighted when I first presented this dessert. It's light, delicious and...


    Banana Split Supreme

    4 reviews

    This lovely and delightful dessert has the classic flavor of a banana split. It's a cool, creamy treat with no...


    Root Beer Float

    1 review

    It's easy to make a root beer float at home. Ours is cool and creamy, with the perfect ratio of...

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    Copycat Dairy Queen Ice Cream Cake

    1 review

    You don't have to be a seasoned baker to make this copycat Dairy Queen ice cream cake recipe for your...


    Two-Ingredient Ice Cream Pancakes

    This viral ice cream pancakes recipe uses just two ingredients: melted ice cream and self-rising flour. The perfectly golden, fluffy...


    Affogato

    1 review

    This affogato recipe creates a simple, swirly combination of cold gelato and hot espresso that is impossible to resist.


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    Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich

    Get all the ice cream truck nostalgia with this cookie ice cream sandwich recipe complete with freshly baked cookies, velvety...



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    Pick of the Pints: The Best Vanilla Ice Cream

    Get your scoops ready! We found the very best vanilla ice cream from the grocery store.


    Ina Garten’s Boozy 3-Ingredient Dessert Is Easy Elegance and We’re Obsessed

    Is this the most sophisticated ice cream sundae ever?



    I Tried Onion Flavored Ice Cream—Here’s What I Thought

    Turns out onion ice cream can almost make you cry, just like the real thing.

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    43 a la Mode Desserts Made Better by a Scoop of Ice Cream

    What's better than your favorite after-dinner treat? That treat topped with a scoop of ice cream. Check out some of...


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    Taste-Tested: Top Chocolate Ice Cream Brands and Their Best Flavors to Indulge In

    Seven brands and plenty of brain freezes later, our Test Kitchen found the best chocolate ice cream brands to satisfy...


    Top-Rated Ice Cream Scoops for Making Perfect Servings

    Find out which ice cream scoop you need to make that super sundae.


    14 Best Ice Cream Brands: Fresh and Unique Flavors Await this Summer

    Get ready to find your new favorite ice cream. Our picks for the best ice cream brands include unique flavors,...


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    19 Ice Cream Sundae Ideas for Summer

    Cool off with our best ice cream sundae ideas. We have sweet recipes for banana splits, hot fudge sauce, fruit...


    Peppermint Milkshake

    Our recipe for peppermint milkshake makes a thick, creamy and smooth shake that’s filled with peppermint extract and peppermint candies....