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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    Minty Ice Cream Shamrocks

    With a soft, chewy chocolate cookie and festive mint shamrock ice cream, these fun desserts are a sweet delight on...


    Caramelized Pineapple Sundaes

    Whenever we get a craving for a tropical escape, this super simple recipe whisks us away in no time. Vanilla's...


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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...


    Frozen Peppermint Delight

    12 reviews

    If you’re looking for a dessert that’s festive, delicious and easy to make, this is the one for you. Drizzled...


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    Ice Cream Kolachkes

    24 reviews

    These sweet pastries have Polish and Czech roots and can also be spelled "kolaches." They are usually filled with poppy...


    Cappuccino Punch

    6 reviews

    When I tried this punch at a friend's wedding shower, I had to have the recipe. Guests will eagerly gather...


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    Ice Cream Sandwich Cake

    5 reviews

    It takes 10 minutes tops to prepare this cool ice cream sandwich cake, but it tastes like you spent a...


    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...

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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,...


    Mint-Chocolate Bombe

    1 review

    This is a refreshing dessert you can keep in the freezer and take out anytime. It's gorgeous, and never fails...


    Grinch Punch

    17 reviews

    My family expects to see this frothy green beverage on my buffet each Christmas. It always makes everyone happy. —Janice...


    Bananas Foster Sundaes for 2

    8 reviews

    I have wonderful memories of eating bananas Foster in New Orleans and, as a dietitian, I wanted to find a...


    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 Orange Gelatin

    5 reviews

    After celebrating two graduations in less than a year, it was clear that this recipe was definitely everyone's favorite. —Sue...


    Caramel-Coffee Ice Cream Sandwiches

    Coffee lends grown-up appeal to this sweet combo of caramel, chocolate and ice cream from our Test Kitchen. The special-tasting...


    Blondie Sundaes

    Just when we thought rich and chewy blondies couldn't get any better, our home economists dreamed up this luscious sundae...


    Chocolate-Cherry Ice Cream Cake

    O say can you see this amazing dessert at your next gathering? I make it ahead of time and keep...

    Gingerbread Ice Cream Sandwiches

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


    Brownie Sundaes

    Cap off dinner with these Brownie Sundaes. With prepared brownies, I can fix this sweet treat in a flash. For...


    Red, White and Blueberry Ice Cream Pie with Granola Crust

    One of my favorite pies is creamy, crunchy and patriotic. Make squiggles with the sauces, or use them for a...


    Peanut Butter Cup Napoleons

    Top layers of puff pastry and peanut butter ice cream with a warm, sweet drizzle the whole family will love!...


    Gluten-Free Ice Cream Sandwiches

    These chilly gluten-free ice cream sandwiches are perfect for hot, sunny days. The gluten-free chocolate cookie is so tasty you...


    Coffee Ice Cream Cookie Cups

    13 reviews

    "I’m 11 years old, have six brothers and sisters, and we’re always looking for new ice cream recipes. I invented...

    Swiss Swirl Ice Cream Cake

    8 reviews

    With cake rolls, ice cream and hot fudge, this dessert suits anyone with a sweet tooth. Family and friends get...


    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...


    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...


    Peanut Butter Sauce

    1 review

    Add pizzazz to vanilla ice cream with this easy-to-prepare peanut butter sauce. You can even make it ahead and refrigerate...


    Cinnamon-Strawberry Sundaes

    1 review

    Lime adds a delicious tang to this easy dessert. I'll never eat plain vanilla ice cream again! —Cory Roberts, Riverton,...


    Fudgy Ice Cream Dessert

    2 reviews

    Jenny Haen from Red Wing, Minnesota tops a rich chocolate cookie crust with vanilla ice cream, peanuts and fudge topping...