Trader Joe’s takes ice cream to the next level with flavors that range from classic to completely unexpected. Whether you’re into rich cookie swirls, fruity sorbets, or dairy-free creations, this list of 21 must-try frozen treats has something for everyone.
1. Speculoos Cookie Butter Ice Cream $4.99/1 Qt
A fan favorite, this Belgian-inspired ice cream blends a creamy base with generous swirls of cookie butter and chunks of Speculoos cookies for the ultimate indulgent bite.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 310
- Total Fat 18g
- Carbs 38g
- Sodium 90mg
- Dietary Fiber <1g
- Sugar 33g
- Protein 4g
Ingredients
- Cream, cane syrup (cane sugar, water), nonfat milk, speculoos cookie butter (speculoos cookies pieces [wheat flour, caramelized sugar, vegetable oil blend {palm oil, canola oil, citric acid and lemon juice concentrate (to preserve)}, cane sugar, soy flour, invert sugar syrup, sodium bicarbonate, cinnamon, nutmeg], vegetable oil blend [canola oil, palm oil, citric acid (to preserve)], sugar, canola lecithin), speculoos cookie pieces (wheat flour, caramelized sugar, vegetable oil blend [palm oil, canola oil, citric acid and lemon juice concentrate (to preserve)], cane sugar, soy flour, invert sugar syrup, sodium bicarbonate, cinnamon, nutmeg), whey, vanilla extract, guar gum, locust bean gum, annatto (color).
- Contains milk.
- May contain traces of egg, almond, hazelnut.
Preparation Instructions
Serve slightly softened. Delicious on its own or over a warm brownie.
2. Dulce de Leche Ice Cream $3.79/1 Pint
This ultra-creamy ice cream is layered with rich swirls of caramelized dulce de leche for a smooth, buttery finish.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 300
- Total Fat 14g
- Carbs 39g
- Sodium 210mg
- Dietary Fiber 0g
- Sugar 33g
- Protein 5g
Ingredients
- Cream, milk, cane sugar, nonfat milk, tapioca syrup, egg yolks, butter (cream, salt), salt, sodium bicarbonate, natural vanilla flavor, pectin, carob bean gum, guar gum.
- Contains: milk, egg.
Preparation Instructions
Pair with a slice of apple pie or enjoy in a caramel milkshake.
3. Fudgy Cookie Dough Ice Cream $3.79/1 Pint
Every bite is loaded with chewy fudge swirls and chunks of cookie dough in a rich vanilla base. Perfect for cookie lovers.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 340
- Total Fat 20g
- Carbs 38g
- Sodium 160mg
- Dietary Fiber <1g
- Sugar 32g
- Protein 4g
Ingredients
- Cream, milk, cane sugar, nonfat milk, chocolate chip cookie dough pieces (wheat flour, cane sugar, butter [cream, natural flavors], water, chocolate chips [cane sugar, unsweetened chocolate, cocoa butter, soy lecithin {emulsifier}], cane molasses, natural vanilla flavor, salt), sea salt fudgy swirl (sugar, canola oil, cocoa processed with alkali, sea salt, palm kernel oil, soy lecithin [emulsifier], natural flavor, cocoa, whole milk powder, salt), chocolatey chips (cane sugar, coconut oil, cocoa processed with alkali, milkfat, soy lecithin [emulsifier], natural vanilla flavor), egg yolks, natural vanilla flavor, carob bean gum, guar gum.
- Contains: milk, egg, soy, wheat.
Preparation Instructions
Serve with chocolate syrup or blend into a thick ice cream shake.
4. Coffee Bean Blast Ice Cream $4.99/1 Qt
Made with real coffee and roasted beans, this bold and creamy treat packs a caffeinated punch in every spoonful.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 320
- Total Fat 18g
- Carbs 36g
- Sodium 65mg
- Dietary Fiber 0g
- Sugar 32g
- Protein 5g
Ingredients
- Cream, milk, cane sugar, coffee, sugared egg yolks (egg yolks, sugar), coffee beans, cocoa processed with alkali, stabilizer blend (carob bean gum, guar gum, cane sugar).
- Contains: milk and eggs.
Preparation Instructions
Serve with chocolate biscotti or enjoy affogato-style with hot espresso.
5. French Vanilla Ice Cream $4.79/1 Qt
A classic done right—this French-style vanilla ice cream uses real vanilla beans and egg yolks for extra richness.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 330
- Total Fat 21g
- Carbs 30g
- Sodium 65mg
- Dietary Fiber 0g
- Sugar 28g
- Protein 5g
Ingredients
- Cream, milk, cane sugar, sugared egg yolks (egg yolks, sugar), natural vanilla flavor, stabilizer blend (carob bean gum, guar gum, cane sugar).
- Contains: milk and eggs.
Preparation Instructions
Top with berries or use as the base for a sundae.
6. Banana Pudding Ice Cream $3.79/1 Pint
Banana-flavored ice cream swirled with vanilla wafers and ribbons of custardy pudding—like the dessert, but colder and creamier.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 300
- Total Fat 16g
- Carbs 36g
- Sodium 115mg
- Dietary Fiber 0g
- Sugar 29g
- Protein 4g
Ingredients
- Cream, milk, cane sugar, banana puree (bananas, citric acid [acidifier], ascorbic acid [to maintain color]), nonfat milk, salted caramel swirl (brown rice syrup, cane sugar, water, sweetened condensed milk [milk, sugar], salt, carrageenan, sunflower lecithin, sodium bicarbonate, natural vanilla flavor), vanilla wafer cookie pieces (wheat flour, butter [cream, salt], sugar, pasteurized eggs, natural vanilla flavor, sea salt), egg yolks, natural flavor, carob bean gum, guar gum.
- Contains: milk, egg, wheat.
Preparation Instructions
Pairs perfectly with whipped cream or frozen banana slices.
7. Ube Ice Cream $3.79/1 Pint
This vibrant purple yam ice cream is subtly sweet with a nutty flavor and creamy finish. A cult favorite with gorgeous color.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 200
- Total Fat 11g
- Carbs 22g
- Sodium 75mg
- Dietary Fiber <1g
- Sugar 18g
- Protein 4g
Ingredients
- Cream, water, sugar, ube puree (purple yam puree, sugar, water, glucose, lactic acid), nonfat milk powder, sugared egg yolks (egg yolks, sugar), stabilizer blend (carob bean gum, guar gum, carrageenan, sugar), color added (grape extract, red cabbage extract, beet juice, beta-carotene), natural flavors.
- Contains: milk, egg.
Preparation Instructions
Serve with halo-halo toppings or eat it straight from the pint.
8. Salted Maple Ice Cream $3.79/1 Pint
Rich maple flavor balanced with just the right amount of sea salt. This seasonal favorite is like breakfast-for-dessert.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 280
- Total Fat 17g
- Carbs 31g
- Sodium 250mg
- Dietary Fiber 0g
- Sugar 29g
- Protein 4g
Ingredients
- Cream, cane sugar, milk, nonfat milk, water, egg yolks, maple syrup, natural flavor, cornstarch, sea salt, caramel color, xanthan gum, citric acid, carob bean gum, guar gum.
- Contains: milk, egg.
Preparation Instructions
Pairs well with pancakes, waffles, or a buttery shortbread cookie.
9. Horchata Ice Cream $3.79/1 Pint
Inspired by the traditional Mexican rice drink, this ice cream is flavored with cinnamon and a hint of vanilla.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 310
- Total Fat 18g
- Carbs 33g
- Sodium 135mg
- Dietary Fiber 0g
- Sugar 29g
- Protein 5g
Ingredients
- Cream, milk, cane sugar, condensed skim milk, horchata flavored cookie (confectionery coating [sugar, palm kernel oil, nonfat dry milk, milk powder, soy lecithin, salt], wheat flour, sugar, butter [cream, salt], water, cinnamon, natural flavor, salt), egg yolks, brown rice flour, cinnamon, natural flavor, sea salt, carob bean gum, guar gum.
- Contains: milk, egg, soy, wheat.
Preparation Instructions
Top with cinnamon sugar or serve with churros.
10. Pumpkin Ice Cream $4.99/1 Qt
Warm spices and real pumpkin purée make this fall classic irresistible. Rich, smooth, and perfect for cooler evenings.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 290
- Total Fat 13g
- Carbs 41g
- Sodium 75mg
- Dietary Fiber 0g
- Sugar 38g
- Protein 4g
Ingredients
- Milk, pumpkin base (cane sugar, pumpkin, annatto extract [for color], tapioca starch, cinnamon, natural flavor, nutmeg, ginger, salt, clove), cream, cane sugar, egg yolks, carob bean gum, guar gum, annatto extract (for color).
- Contains: milk, egg.
Preparation Instructions
Serve with graham crackers or alongside pecan pie.
11. Strawberry Non-Dairy Oat Frozen Dessert $3.99/1 Pint
Creamy and fruity, this oat-based frozen dessert is a great dairy-free option that doesn’t compromise on flavor.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 260
- Total Fat 10g
- Carbs 39g
- Sodium 105mg
- Dietary Fiber 5g
- Sugar 22g
- Protein 1g
Ingredients
- Oat base (water, oats), tapioca syrup, coconut oil, dextrose, invert sugar, chicory root extract (inulin), agave syrup, almond brittle (cane sugar, almonds), candied strawberries (strawberries, glucose syrup, sugar), maltodextrin, mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, pink salt, sunflower lecithin, color added (red beet juice, annatto extract, citric acid [to maintain color]), pea protein concentrate, carob bean gum, natural flavor.
- Contains: almond, coconut.
Preparation Instructions
Best enjoyed with a drizzle of balsamic glaze or in a vegan waffle cone.
12. Chocolate and Raspberry Swirl Ice Cream $3.79/1 Pint
This decadent combo blends rich chocolate ice cream with tart raspberry swirls and smooth fudge. It’s sweet, tangy, and indulgent all at once.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 230
- Total Fat 10g
- Carbs 34g
- Sodium 35mg
- Dietary Fiber 2g
- Sugar 30g
- Protein 3g
Ingredients
- Chocolate ice cream (cream, milk, cane sugar, nonfat milk, cocoa powder processed with alkali, egg yolk, carob bean gum, guar gum), raspberry sorbet (water, cane sugar, raspberry puree, pear puree concentrate, maltodextrin, natural flavors, citric acid [acidifier], vegetable juice [for color], lemon juice concentrate, pectin, guar gum, dextrose, ascorbic acid [to maintain color]).
- Contains: milk, egg.
Preparation Instructions
Enjoy in a bowl with chocolate shavings or scoop onto warm brownies.
13. Black Tea and Boba Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert $3.99/16 oz
Inspired by bubble tea, this dairy-free dessert combines creamy coconut milk with strong black tea flavor and chewy tapioca pearls.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 270 per serving
- Total Fat 13g
- Carbs 34g
- Sodium 55mg
- Dietary Fiber 1g
- Sugar 24g
- Protein 1g
Ingredients
Coconut Milk, Black Tea Concentrate, Tapioca Pearls, Cane Sugar, Natural Flavors, Guar Gum, Locust Bean Gum.
Preparation Instructions
Let sit for 5 minutes before scooping so the boba reaches peak chewiness.
14. Calamansi and Mango Sorbet $3.79/1 Pint
A tangy, tropical treat blending the tartness of calamansi (Filipino lime) with sweet mango. It’s refreshing, bright, and dairy-free.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 160
- Total Fat 0g
- Carbs 40g
- Sodium 10mg
- Dietary Fiber <1g
- Sugar 35g
- Protein 0g
Ingredients
- Water, cane sugar, calamansi puree, mango puree, maltodextrin, contains 0.5% or less of: pectin, guar gum, citric acid (acidulant).
Preparation Instructions
Serve in a chilled bowl or scoop onto fresh fruit for a tropical twist.
15. Southern Peach Crisp Ice Cream $2.99/1 Pint
This scoop tastes like a Southern summer—peach ice cream blended with pie crumble and cinnamon sugar swirls.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 220
- Total Fat 11g
- Carbs 27g
- Sodium 55mg
- Dietary Fiber 0g
- Sugar 24g
- Protein 4g
Ingredients
- Milk, heavy cream, cane sugar, peach puree, nonfat milk powder, tapioca syrup, unbleached enriched flour (enriched flour [wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid], malted barley flour), butter, light brown sugar, oats, guar gum, xanthan gum, carob bean gum, cinnamon, sea salt.
- Contains: milk, wheat.
Preparation Instructions
Enjoy as-is or serve with grilled peaches for a warm-cold contrast.
16. Organic Vanilla Fudge Chip Ice Cream $5.99/1 Qt
This organic twist on vanilla includes thick ribbons of chocolate fudge for a classic-meets-indulgent frozen treat.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 280
- Total Fat 17g
- Carbs 29g
- Sodium 50mg
- Dietary Fiber <1g
- Sugar 26g
- Protein 4g
Ingredients
- Organic milk, organic cream, organic cane sugar, organic skim milk, organic fudge chips (organic cane sugar, organic coconut oil, organic cocoa, organic soybean oil, organic cocoa liquor, organic soy lecithin), organic vanilla extract, organic carob bean gum, organic guar gum.
- Contains: milk, soy, coconut.
Preparation Instructions
Top with nuts or serve in a banana split.
17. Matcha Green Tea Ice Cream $2.99/1 Pint,
Creamy and lightly bitter, this green tea ice cream uses authentic matcha for a smooth, earthy flavor with subtle sweetness.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 260
- Total Fat 16g
- Carbs 25g
- Sodium 50mg
- Dietary Fiber 0g
- Sugar 23g
- Protein 4g
Ingredients
- Cream, milk, cane sugar, condensed skim milk, sugared egg yolks (egg yolks, cane sugar), matcha (green tea leaf powder), carob bean gum, guar gum.
- Contains: milk, egg.
Preparation Instructions
Pairs beautifully with mochi or sesame cookies.
18. Candy Cane Joe-Joe’s Ice Cream $3.79/1 Pint
A holiday classic featuring crushed peppermint Joe-Joe’s cookies and candy cane bits mixed into creamy vanilla ice cream.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 290
- Total Fat 17g
- Carbs 8g
- Sodium 85mg
- Dietary Fiber 1g
- Sugar 33g
- Protein 3g
Ingredients
- Cream, sugar syrup (cane sugar, water), nonfat milk, peppermint flavored crème cookie pieces (unbleached enriched flour [wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid], powdered sugar [sugar, cornstarch], sugar, palm oil, soybean oil, cocoa processed with alkali, peppermint candy [sugar, rice syrup, peppermint oil, vegetable juice {color}], leavening agents [baking soda, ammonium bicarbonate], sea salt, cocoa extract, invert sugar, soy lecithin, peppermint oil, natural flavors, cocoa powder, coffee powder), fudge swirl (powdered cane sugar, expeller pressed soybean oil, cocoa processed with alkali, coconut oil, cocoa butter, mono- and diglycerides, soy lecithin, salt), whey (milk), guar gum, vanilla extract (water, ethyl alcohol, invert sugar syrup, vanilla bean extractives), vegetable juice (color), carob bean gum, peppermint oil.
- Contains: milk, soy, wheat, coconut.
- May contain traces of: peanut.
Preparation Instructions
Serve in a chocolate-dipped cone or make into festive ice cream sandwiches.
19. Mint Chip Ice Cream $4.99/1 Qt
This refreshing scoop is full of dark chocolate chips and real peppermint oil. Simple, classic, and cool.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 370
- Total Fat 23g
- Carbs 37g
- Sodium 60mg
- Dietary Fiber 0g
- Sugar 34g
- Protein 5g
Ingredients
- Cream, milk, cane sugar, chocolate flavored chips (sugar, cocoa processed with alkali, coconut oil, butter oil, soy lecithin, vanilla extract), sugared egg yolks (egg yolks, sugar), peppermint extract, stabilizer blend (carob bean gum, guar gum, cane sugar).
- Contains: milk, egg, soy, coconut.
Preparation Instructions
Pair with hot fudge or crushed chocolate cookies for a frozen grasshopper vibe.
20. Wildberry Cheesecake Ice Cream $3.79/1 Pint
Creamy cheesecake-flavored ice cream swirled with wildberry compote and dotted with graham cracker crust pieces.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 320
- Total Fat 19g
- Carbs 34g
- Sodium 140mg
- Dietary Fiber 0g
- Sugar 30g
- Protein 4g
Ingredients
- Cream, milk, cane sugar, cheesecake pieces (cream cheese [cultured pasteurized milk and cream, salt, xanthan gum, carob bean gum, guar gum], sugar, egg, unbleached enriched flour [wheat flour, malted barley flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid], whole wheat flour, butter [cream, natural flavors], cornstarch, brown sugar, water, molasses, honey, natural flavors, salt, citric acid [acidulant], baking soda, xanthan gum, guar gum), nonfat milk, mixed berry swirl (cane sugar, blueberries, water, cornstarch, natural flavor, raspberry puree, strawberry puree, blackberry puree, elderberry juice concentrate, citric acid [acidifier], vegetable and fruit juice [color], guar gum), egg yolks, natural flavor, sea salt, carob bean gum, guar gum.
- Contains: milk, egg, wheat.
Preparation Instructions
Serve with fresh berries or crushed graham crackers for extra crunch.
21. When Life Gives You Lemons Ice Cream $3.79/1 Pint
This tangy lemon ice cream is swirled with soft-baked shortbread cookie chunks, offering a bright, buttery finish to your scoop.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories 300
- Total Fat 15g
- Carbs 38g
- Sodium 160mg
- Dietary Fiber <1g
- Sugar 33g
- Protein 4g
Ingredients
- Cream, milk, cane sugar, lemon swirl (water, cane sugar, lemon juice concentrate, corn starch, natural flavor, citric acid [acidifier], guar gum, turmeric [for color]), nonfat milk, wafer pieces (wheat flour, butter [cream, salt], sugar, eggs, natural flavor, sea salt), lemon peel zest, lemon juice, egg yolks, lemon pulp, sea salt, natural flavor, carob bean gum, guar gum.
- Contains: milk, egg, wheat.
Preparation Instructions
Top with lemon zest or a dollop of whipped cream for extra citrus joy.
Conclusion
From bold to nostalgic, Trader Joe’s frozen desserts deliver big flavor in every scoop. If you haven’t explored their ice cream aisle lately, now’s the time to dig in.
