Frozen desserts are my favorite!
Summer is all about barbecues, picnics, and chillin’ on the beach, which is a lot of fun! But sometimes it’s tough to take the intense heat from the sun.
That’s where frozen desserts come in. There’s nothing like a cool treat to beat the summer heat!
When it comes to frozen sweets, ice cream is at the top of the list. But there are also tons of other cool desserts to choose from.
I’ve rounded up 24 frozen desserts ranging from sorbets and ice pops to cakes and pies for you to try!
What are you waiting for? Delight your palate and tickle your tastebuds with these refreshing frozen desserts.
24 Fun Frozen Desserts You’ll Make All Summer Long
1. Brownie Ice Cream Sandwiches
Let’s kick things off with a bang! Ice cream sandwiched between two brownies, our first dessert is the epitome of decadence.
Ice cream and brownies are already pretty perfect on their own. But when you put them together, they make the most mind-blowing snack. Talk about a power combo!
Sure, you can get ice cream sandwiches anywhere, but making them at home is much more fun. Plus, you can make them with whatever flavors your heart desires.
This dessert also keeps well in the freezer for up to a month, so go ahead and make a huge batch!
2. No-Bake Frozen Blueberry Pie
A blueberry pie that doesn’t require baking? Now, that sounds interesting.
If you love blueberry cheesecake but aren’t much of a baker, you have to try this frozen blueberry pie.
It’s cream cheese and blueberry filling sitting on a buttery graham cracker crust and topped with a sweet blueberry compote. This pie is sweet, creamy, and fruity – the perfect summer treat!
3. Frozen Peanut Butter Pie
This frozen peanut butter pie has the ultimate sweet and salty combo that’s sure to make you smile.
Graham cracker crust, peanut butter, cream cheese, whipped cream, and powdered sugar? Wow. This is one breathtaking dessert!
And it couldn’t be any easier to make! Just mix the ingredients, pour the mixture over the crust, and freeze.
4. Dairy Queen Ice Cream Cake
Want to make your very own version of Dairy Queen’s famous Ice Cream Cake? Today’s your lucky day!
This recipe has all the layers you love in the popular dessert. From vanilla ice cream to fudge to chocolate crunchies, it’s ridiculously amazing.
5. Blueberry Lemon Icebox Cake
This easy-peasy blueberry lemon icebox cake is purely and utterly sublime.
This dessert has graham crackers, lemon whipped cream, and blueberry filling on repeat. It’s all about the layers, and I’m all for it.
It’s so easy to make, and the toughest part is having to wait as it cools. I promise you, it’s worth it.
Freeze it for 4 hours, and you’ll have a dreamy, ice cream cake-like, blueberry-filled treat!
6. Easy 5 Layer Ice Cream Cake
I’m a winter baby, but I don’t mind celebrating my birthday in summer if I get to have this as my cake. Yes, that’s how good this 5-layer ice cream cake is!
Let’s talk about these 5 layers, shall we? At the bottom is a sweet and crumbly Oreo cookie crust. Wow, we’re off to a great start!
Then, it’s followed by two ice cream layers: chocolate and peanut butter. Of course, you’ll get to decide what flavors you want in your cake.
Next up is a layer of thick, luscious, and decadent hot fudge. Drool-fest!!! You can use store-bought fudge in a pinch, but it’s much better to make it yourself.
Last, but not least, is a layer of fluffy, heavenly whipped cream. It’s okay to use Cool Whip, but nothing beats freshly whipped cream.
Together, these five layers make the most sinful and decadent cake. Did you notice that not once did I mention the oven? No baking required!
Dress it up with rainbow sprinkles to make it even more special!
7. Affogato
If you’re looking for a simple treat to satisfy your sweet tooth, look no further. Vanilla ice cream (or gelato) + espresso is all it takes to make the most stunning affogato!
Apart from the strong coffee flavor, your taste buds will also fall in love with the combination of hot coffee and cold ice cream.
8. Frozen Banana Ice Cream Bars
We all know bananas and chocolate make a wonderful pair. That’s why we love dipping bananas in chocolate and adding chocolate chips in banana bread.
This dessert takes this classic combo and turns it into a fun and unique treat.
Creamy banana ice cream dipped in dark chocolate and covered in rainbow sprinkles? This dessert is every kid’s dream!
9. Chocolate Dipped Ice Cream Bars
These chocolate-dipped ice cream bars are Willy Wonka-approved!
The concept is simple – luscious ice cream covered in dark chocolate. Just three ingredients, too!
But oh man, the crunch and flavor are just divine. How can something so heavenly be this easy to make?
10. Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Bars
Doesn’t homemade strawberry ice cream covered in a crunchy shortbread strawberry coating sound spectacular?
But wait… it gets better: the whole thing goes on a popsicle stick!
Sweet, creamy, cold, and refreshing, this ice cream bar is heaven in a bite.
11. Frozen Cookie Dough Bites
Who has time to wait for cookies to bake?
These frozen cookie dough bites are perfect for kids and adults alike. Who needs cookies when you have these morsels of cookie dough to munch on?
Don’t worry, this raw dough is 100% safe to eat. No eggs are involved in the making of this recipe.
12. Oreo Balls
Bite-sized balls of Oreo cookies and cream cheese in a dark chocolate coating? These truffles are ooh-la-la!
Sweet, but not too sweet, these munchies have the perfect balance of sweet, tart, rich, and creamy.
And they only take three ingredients to make! So easy!
13. 10-Minute Ice Cream Pie
An ice cream pie that only takes 10 minutes to prepare sounds impossible, but it’s true!
It’s so easy, anyone can make it. All you need is to spread a layer of ice cream – whatever flavor you want – into a pie crust. Step one done.
Then, garnish it with any topping you want. And when I say any topping – I mean it. From crushed cookies and candy bars to sauces and compotes, take your pick! Step two, complete.
Then comes the most difficult part: the waiting. Freeze the pie for several hours until the ice cream is firm. I know it’s hard, but it’s worth the wait!
14. No-Churn Ice Cream
With this quick and easy ice cream, you might just say goodbye to store-bought!
Okay, that may be a stretch, but this ice cream recipe really is worth a try.
First of all, it only calls for three ingredients: heavy whipping cream, condensed milk, and vanilla extract. It’s basic, yet it yields such an amazing treat.
Second, you can flavor it however you want! Mint chocolate chip, strawberry, s’mores, or cookies and cream – let your creative juices flow!
Last, there’s no need for an ice cream machine to make it. It’s the easiest homemade ice cream you’ll ever make!
15. Oreo Milkshake
If you want to make kids fall in love with you, this Oreo milkshake is the answer.
I mean, who can resist an Oreo milkshake? It’s sweet and ultra-creamy, and it’s the perfect way to cool off on a warm day.
This milkshake is a cinch to make, to boot. All you need are vanilla ice cream, milk, Oreo cookies, and a blender!
16. Chocolate Milkshake
This irresistible chocolate milkshake is every chocoholic’s dream!
Ice cream, chocolate sauce, and milk: that’s all it takes to make this thick and creamy drink.
You don’t even need a blender to whip this thing up! Just use a handy-dandy whisk.
Sure, it will take longer, but you’ll get there, and the flavor will be just as magical!
17. No-Bake Frozen Cheesecake
If you’re obsessed with cheesecake but hate preparing a water bath and praying your cake doesn’t crack, this recipe is for you.
Apart from that ridiculously rich and decadent cream cheese filling, this cheesecake also has a lovely sweet and salty crust.
The secret? It’s made with crushed graham crackers, pretzels, and pecans!
This cheesecake requires no baking at all. Just pop it in the freezer and your cheesecake is all set (pun intended).
18. Strawberry Sorbet
On a diet, but can’t get rid of your dessert craving? This strawberry sorbet is exactly what you need.
Fresh strawberries, sugar, water, lemon juice. These ingredients may seem simple, but together, they make the most refreshing summer treat! And yes, it’s totally guilt-free.
19. Mango Sorbet
One lick of this golden mango sorbet will whisk you away to the tropics!
It’s cool, sweet, creamy, and everything you can ask for in a summer treat. The combination of ripe mangoes and tart lime juice creates the perfect flavor balance.
20. Strawberry Frozen Yogurt
If you’re looking for a healthy alternative to ice cream, this strawberry frozen yogurt is incredibly tasty and nutritious!
This homemade frozen yogurt is just as good as any you can get from a yogurt shop, and it’s 10 times healthier.
Most shops add artificial flavors and sweeteners to their frozen yogurt. With this recipe, you don’t have to worry about any of that.
Plus, it’s so easy to make. You won’t even need an ice cream machine!
21. Chocolate Frozen Yogurt
Not a fan of strawberries? That’s okay, just make this chocolate frozen yogurt instead.
This recipe makes the creamiest, chocolatiest frozen yogurt!
Just like the previous recipe, this one doesn’t require an ice cream maker either. All you need is cocoa powder, Greek yogurt, sugar, and vanilla.
22. Chocolate Peanut Butter Frozen Banana Bites
Can’t decide between chocolate and peanut butter? Why not use both?
Bite-sized banana slices covered in chocolate and peanut butter – it doesn’t get any better than that.
The best part? These munchies are under 100 calories per serving! I’m pretty sure it’s impossible to limit yourself to just one, though.
23. Homemade Fruit Popsicles
Whether you’re team lemon, watermelon, coconut, or strawberry, these homemade fruit popsicles will be your newest obsession.
What’s not to love about these fruity treats? They’re sweet, refreshing, and under 100 calories!
24. Homemade Fudge Pops
Now, if you’re more of a chocolate lover like me, then these chocolate popsicles are for you.
One lick is all it takes to fall head over heels in love with this frozen dessert. They’re extremely creamy, fudgy, and oh-so chocolatey!