The Frozen Desserts Taking Grocery Stores by Storm in 2025
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In a year filled with exciting new frozen desserts, the PEOPLE Food Awards 2025 have uncovered the most refreshing treats gracing the ice cream aisle. From tantalising sorbets to indulgent ice cream sandwiches, these delights are a must-try for all dessert enthusiasts.
The Best Sorbet award goes to Island Way Sorbet Piña Colada, described as a “scrumptious and refreshing” treat bursting with the flavours of pineapple and coconut. What sets it apart is its unique packaging in real scooped-out pineapple shells, adding a tropical twist to the experience. Available for $9 for a pack of 3 at citymarket.com.
Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams takes the crown for Best Ice Cream with its Double Dough creation. Featuring chocolate chip cookie dough bites suspended in brown sugar custard, this treat has been hailed as perfection by testers. Priced at $9, this is dubbed the ice cream of the summer, according to one enthusiastic taster.
For those craving a tangy twist, the Best Novelty award goes to Bomb Pop Extremes Super Sour Cherry Limeade. With three layers of sourness culminating in a sweet cherry-lime finish, this tricolor pop promises a rollercoaster of flavours. Grab a pack of 12 for $4 at hy-vee.com.
Nightingale’s Cookie Monster Ice Cream Sandwiches clinch the title for Best Ice Cream Sandwich. Featuring a generous slab of vanilla ice cream swirled with chocolate cookie crumbs, sandwiched between chewy chocolate chip cookies, this dessert is a delightful combination of textures and tastes. Get a pack of 4 for $7 at kroger.com.
The Best Fruit Dessert award goes to Tru Fru Hyper-Chilled Strawberries, where ripe, juicy berries are flash-frozen to preserve their flavour and firmness. Encased in decadent white and dark chocolates before a final freeze, these strawberries offer a luxurious and refreshing treat for £8 available at target.com.
This year’s frozen desserts offer a variety of options for every palate, from classic ice creams to innovative sorbets and indulgent novelty treats. With unique packaging, decadent flavours, and exciting textures, these desserts are sure to elevate your summer snacking experience.
As the temperature rises, there is no better way to cool down than with a delicious frozen treat. Whether you prefer sorbets, ice creams, or novelty desserts, the options available in grocery stores this year are bound to satisfy your sweet tooth. So, grab a spoon and dive into the world of frozen delights that 2025 has to offer.