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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    Caramel Apple Float

    2 reviews

    Who doesn't love the flavors of caramel, apples, and vanilla ice cream together? If I'm feeling fancy, I drizzle caramel...


    Creamy Lemon Milk Shakes

    3 reviews

    Tangy and sweet and unexpectedly delightful, this lemon shake recipe is one you'll return to again and again.


    Ice Cream Pudding

    2 reviews

    Field editor Wendy Masters of Grand Valley, Ontario assures, "No one will suspect you began with an instant pudding mix...


    Mocha Baked Alaskas

    Make these baked Alaskas ahead of time—you can torch the completed desserts and freeze them up to 24 hours before...


    Peanut Butter Sundaes

    2 reviews

    This is a peanutty change of pace from traditional ice cream sundaes with chocolate sauce. It's a delicious recipe that...


    Ice Cream Cake Roll

    2 reviews

    "The cake roll can be made and filled ahead of time, then thawed once company comes," says field editor Kathy...


    Brownie Affogato Sundaes

    We can’t resist brownie sundaes. I combined an affogato (coffee-based beverage) idea with a brownie to get this decadent sundae...


    Old-Fashioned Strawberry Soda

    2 reviews

    With just a quick pulse of the blender, you will have what I call a "refreshing sipper"—and you'll be asked...

    Frozen Grasshopper Torte

    8 reviews

    I first made this minty cool torte for a ladies' meeting at our church. I’m still making it, and the...


    Angel Food Ice Cream Cake

    5 reviews

    I made this cake for my grandson's birthday and it was a hit-the children loved the ice cream inside. It...


    Mocha Punch

    18 reviews

    I first tried this smooth, creamy punch at a friend's Christmas open house. It was so special and distinctive I...


    Peanut Butter Sauce for Ice Cream

    6 reviews

    Reports Karen Buhr of Gasport, New York,"Whenever there's an ice cream social at church, this scrumptious topping is requested. It's...


    Butter Brickle Dessert

    2 reviews

    Ideal for feeding a crowd or just your family, this special confection can be made in advance and stored easily...


    Ice Cream Balls

    4 reviews

    These ice cream balls are a fun and easy dessert to fix—even the kids can help. The cereal adds a...


    Creamy Peppermint Punch

    5 reviews

    Almost too pretty to drink, Creamy Peppermint Punch is a real crowd-pleaser. Serve it in a punch bowl and guests...


    Vanilla Ice Cream Cake

    3 reviews

    For my kids' birthdays, I like to top this ice cream birthday cake with jimmies. —Becky Herges, Fargo, North Dakota


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    Almost It’s-It Ice Cream Sandwiches

    8 reviews

    You'll discover why this treat is so popular in San Francisco. It's snack heaven—ice cream, delicious oatmeal cookies and a...

    Date Shake

    The shake has the rich taste of dates. We recommend using Medjool dates for the most flavor. —Taste Recipes...


    Gingerbread Ice Cream Sandwiches

    When it comes to making an ice cream sandwich, not all gingerbread men are created equal. Some are too crispy;...


    Chocolate Soda

    1 review

    Poodle skirts may be out, but the old-fashioned ice cream soda our Test Kitchen concocted is still a simply perfect...


    Blueberry Shortcake Sundaes

    2 reviews

    These blueberry shortcake sundaes offer a summery conclusion to any meal. I make this recipe quite often. If you need...


    Ladyfinger Ice Cream Cake

    15 reviews

    No one will believe you didn’t fuss when you bring out this show-stopping cake. On a hot summer day, it...


    Candy Craze Ice Cream Sandwiches

    1 review

    These ice cream sandwiches have a little bit of everything in them to satisfy all your cravings. —Lauren Knoelke, Milwaukee,...

    The Elvis Ice Cream Sandwich

    1 review

    Hearken back to the days of the King of Rock and Roll with this creamy concoction that combines peanut butter,...


    Limoncello Cream Pie

    1 review

    After a big Christmas dinner, we love the cool refreshment of a frozen lemon pie. Limoncello brings a little sophistication...


    Snickerdoodle Ice Cream Sandwich Minis

    1 review

    My husband absolutely loves ice cream sandwiches and snickerdoodles, so I combined them into one fun treat. Here’s how we...


    Irish Creme Drink

    2 reviews

    We top off holiday celebrations with this creamy beverage. With sweetened condensed milk and ice cream, it's like a liquid...


    Toffee Ice Cream Pie

    1 review

    “This is my sister’s recipe, but I modified it to save time in the kitchen. No doubt about it, you’ll...


    Easy Grasshopper Ice Cream Pie

    3 reviews

    This quick pie is such an ego booster. My family compliments me the entire time they’re eating it. A big...