Consider using different types of ice cream when creating a sundae such as a mix of chocolate and pumpkin or vanilla and strawberry. Garnish the sundae with your favorite toppings such as whipped cream, nuts, sweet sauces, fresh or dried fruits, chocolate chips, sprinkles, etc.
Pretzel cones: [3] X Research source A pretzel-shaped ice cream cone that can either be soft or hard. The pretzel cone is salty and savory and goes well with chocolate, vanilla, peanut butter, or cookie dough ice cream. Cookie cones: [4] X Research source A cone that is made out of cookie dough such as chocolate chip, M&M, gingerbread, or sugar cookie dough. The dough is rolled into the shape of a cone and then baked. Once cooled, you can serve the ice come on the cone. Chocolate cones: [5] X Research source Chocolate-flavored cones that have cocoa powder added in. These cones are just like normal ice cream cones, but instead, are dark brown and have a chocolate taste. Doughnut cones: [6] X Research source A cone that is made out of doughnut dough and then shaped into a cone. The dough is fried into oil and once cooled, it can be used to serve ice cream on.
Cookie ice cream sandwiches: [8] X Research source Two cookies (usually chocolate chip cookies) are pressed together on a scoopful of ice cream. It’s usually best to use jumbo cookies for a bigger sandwich, if desired. Vanilla ice cream is highly recommended when making this sandwich, but chocolate and cookie dough can work, too Pound cake ice cream sandwiches: [9] X Research source Two slices of a pound cake gently pressed together on a scoopful of ice cream. You may like to use a variety of pound cake flavors such as berry or chocolate for a different and tasty flavor. Waffle or pancake ice cream sandwiches: [10] X Research source [11] X Research source Two cooked waffles or pancakes gently pressed together on two scoops of ice cream. Having warm waffles is usually recommended for the ice cream to slightly melt. You may want to add toppings into the ice cream for a slight crunch and more flavor. Ice cream flavors such as chocolate, vanilla, cookie dough, peanut butter, and strawberry work best for this sandwich. Churro ice cream sandwiches: [12] X Research source Two slices of churros pressed with a scoop of ice cream. Flavors like vanilla, cookie dough, chocolate, and mint chocolate chip go well with churro ice cream sandwiches. Homemade churro that’s fresh out of the oven is usually best for this sandwich. Ritz cracker ice cream sandwiches: [13] X Research source Two Ritz crackers closed with a tablespoon or two of ice cream. This type of ice cream sandwich is savory and some people enjoy using unique ice cream flavors such as bacon or garlic. You can also use normal types of ice cream flavors such as vanilla or chocolate. The sandwiches can also be rolled in sprinkles or dunked in melted chocolate. Brownie ice cream sandwiches: [14] X Research source One brownie sliced in half and closed with a scoopful of ice cream, usually vanilla or chocolate. The ice cream sandwich is sometimes rolled in with sprinkles, chocolate chips, nuts, or cereal such as Cheerios or Lucky Charms.
Most people use vanilla ice cream when making an ice cream float, but other flavors can work too such as chocolate or cookie dough. The best types of soft drinks for an ice cream float are root beer, coke, or cream soda, but any soda will do. [17] X Research source
Drizzling chocolate syrup over the brownies with ice cream will give them an extra chocolaty taste.
You can also make ice cream cupcake cones. Scoop cupcake batter into ice cream cones and bake them in the oven. Serve the ice cream on top and enjoy!
The s’mores can also be dipped into melted chocolate and rolled in with other toppings.
Most ice cream pies feature a graham cracker crust since it’s the easiest and fastest to use. [24] X Research source Ice cream can also be served onto fruit pies such as apple, peach, or strawberry pie.
The best types of ice cream for a cappuccino are vanilla, chocolate, cake batter, mint chocolate chip, and strawberry. [29] X Research source
Feel free to add multiple types of ice cream in your milkshake for a unique and flavorful taste. Once your milkshake is made, add a scoopful of ice cream on top for garnish.
Most people use chocolate chip cookie dough when making the cookie cups, but other types such as M&M, gingerbread, and sugar cookie dough can work, too. [32] X Research source
Adding marshmallows and chocolate syrup over the ice cream can create a delicious hot chocolate ice cream float. [34] X Research source
For a soft and sugary trifle, pound cake usually works best and will work well with the ice cream being served.
Feel free to use different types of chocolate chips on your ice cream such as white, milk, or white chocolate chips. [39] X Research source
If you prefer not to use fresh fruit, you can also use dried fruit such as raisins. It won’t taste as sweet or juicy as fresh fruit does, but it will taste chewy and flavorful.
The fun and creative part about sprinkles is that they go well with nearly every ice cream flavor out there since sprinkles are just color strands of sugar. Feel free to top off sprinkles on your next bowl of ice cream, no matter what the flavor is.
You can also add chocolate-coated nuts into the ice cream for a chocolaty twist.
