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A few years ago, finding the best vegan ice cream in stores would have been a real challenge, but these days, we're spoiled with variety. Whether you need something to serve atop a freshly baked apple pie or want to make some epic milkshakes, there are plenty of plant-based options to choose from. Coconut milk, cashew milk, almond milk, and soy milk can all be churned into something creamy, sweet, and craveable – cows don't even need to know about it. The next time you're at the grocery store, pick up one (or all!) of these non-dairy frozen desserts so you can *crush* your sugar cravings, whenever they arise.
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Craig's Cashew-Based Cold Brew Coffee Ice Cream ($9)
Made with Chamberlain Coffee, this frozen treat gives you a tasty caffeine buzz with all the creaminess you're craving. It'd taste even better mixed in with some coffee liqueur, espresso martini-style. 😉
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Van Leeuwen Vegan Cookies & Cream Caramel Swirl Ice Cream ($12)
This dairy-free dessert is entwined with the *best* ice cream additions – cookies and cream partner up with a devilishly delicious caramel swirl for a truly immaculate bite.
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Almond Dream Vanilla Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert ($4)
Almond Dream is a tried-and-true classic dessert. Its light, clean vanilla flavor is just the thing to pair with a decadently sweet birthday cakeor chocolate chip cookie.
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Oatly Banana Split Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert ($6)
This ice cream from Oatly brings nostalgia to your spoonful. With the Banana Split flavor, there's no need to add cherry or banana toppings – they're already included in the mix to deliver a *super* satisfying frozen bite that'll make your inner child smile.
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So Delicious Cashewmilk Salted Caramel Cluster ($6)
Cashew milk is truly the holy grail of vegan ice cream bases. Of all the ice creams on the market today, this one comes closest to tasting like its dairy-based counterparts!
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Trader Joe's Black Tea and Boba Coconut Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert ($4)
We can always trust TJ's to come in hot with the best treats and snacks. This dessert, crafted from a black tea-flavored base, is sprinkled with tapioca pearls (AKA boba) to mimic the popular Japanese drinks.
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Ben & Jerry's Non-Dairy Cherry Garcia ($4)
Bold cherries and chocolate fudge decorate every scoop of this vegan ice cream. The base is crafted from almond milk, which complements the chocolatey sweetness perfectly! 🍒
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Luna & Larry's Coconut Bliss Ginger Cookie & Caramel ($6)
Coconut Bliss *definitely* tastes like coconut – which is never a bad thing, in our opinion. Make the most of what it brings to the table with this ginger cookie caramel flavor, which is equal parts sweet, nutty, and full of warming spices.
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Salt & Straw Hibiscus & Coconut Sherbet ($17)
This pink ice cream keeps things cool. Cinnamon and ginger add some depth to the flavor that'll be prime for warmer nights.
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Talenti Alphonso Mango Dairy-Free Sorbetto ($5)
Pick up this mango-infused flavor for a refreshing summertime treat – the fruit shines against a combo of sugar and fresh lemon for a sweet and sour balance that strikes *all* the best notes.
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Jeni's Dairy-Free Banana Cream Pudding Ice Cream ($12)
Your favorite summertime sweet just got the frozen treatment, and it's so good. Jeni's transforms the good old banana pudding into a rich ice cream that saves the day, especially when Something Sweet O'Clock hits.
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So Delicious Chocolate Cookies 'N' Cream Cashew Milk Ice Cream ($5)
Because chocolate is chocolate, that's all the reason we need to chow down on this treat. Vegan and gluten-free babes, this plant-based ice cream is the best pick for you!
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Ben & Jerry's Peanut Butter & Cookies Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert ($6)
Made from almond milk, Ben & Jerry's vegan ice creams can be found at *almost* any grocery store. This flavor is a hit, thanks to the added richness that crunchy peanut butter swirls bring to each spoonful.
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Halo Top Dairy-Free Peanut Butter Cup Frozen Dessert ($5)
This sweet is like peanut butter cups, ice cream-ified. A scoop of this candy bar-inspired flavor sounds like a good idea, no matter the time.
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Nadamoo! Chocolate Almond Chip Frozen Non-Dairy Dessert ($6)
Made with coconut milk, Nadamoo! is creamy and comes in tons of different flavors. We love this one, which has a chocolate base, chocolate chips, and plenty of crunchy almonds!
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Talenti Peanut Butter Fudge Sorbetto ($5)
All of Talenti's vegan sorbet flavors are delicious. Peanut Butter Fudge, made with a creamy peanut butter base and rich fudge swirl, tastes the most like dairy-based ice cream. 🥜
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Tofutti Cuties Vanilla Ice Cream Sandwiches ($7)
Perfect for kids (or those of us who just like to snack), Tofutti Cuties are a vegan mainstay. Keep some in your freezer for times when you want just *a little* something sweet.
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Oatly Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Frozen Dessert ($6)
A cookie dough flavor never fails because it's equal parts sweet and sometimes salty. This ultra-smooth pick from Oatly will quickly having you saying, "wow, no cow!"
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Cosmic Bliss Organic Plant-Based Legendary Cookie Dough Ice Cream ($7)
Each spoonful of this vegan ice cream is packed with cookie dough pieces, chocolate ribbon, and chocolate chips that emulate the gooey cookie dough we know you *love* to snack on.
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So Delicious Coconut Milk Vanilla Ice Cream Sandwiches ($6)
Whenever a craving strikes, you'll be prepared if you have a box of these in your freezer. The vanilla filling is sweet, but surprisingly light, so you won't go into an immediate sugar coma after having one. 😵💫
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