26 Ice Cream & Frozen Treats That Taste Like Vacation

If your summer plans involve more “staycation” than tropical getaway, don’t worry. I’ve got the next best thing: ice cream and frozen treats that taste like vacation in every bite.

These 26 dreamy desserts are fruity, creamy, coconutty, chocolatey, boozy, beachy—you name it. Some are no-churn. Some are popsicles. Some are fancy enough to impress a crowd but still easy to make on a lazy Saturday.

So whether you’re channeling a beach in Bali or just trying to cool off on your back porch, these frozen goodies are here to bring the sunshine. Grab a spoon, a cone, or maybe even a blender and let’s escape in dessert form.

Chocolate Dairy Free Keto Ice Cream Ninja CREAMi

This Chocolate Dairy Free Keto Ice Cream made in the Ninja Creami is the real deal! It’s extremely creamy and not at all chalky! No funny after tastes either! It’s not like any keto protein ice cream that I’ve had before.
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Blueberry Ice Cream

Homemade blueberry ice cream. This egg-free ice cream is filled with fresh blueberries, whole milk, and cream. It tastes like summer in a bowl.
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Chai Ice Cream

If you love spicy chai tea, you will love this Chai Ice Cream Recipe that is perfect after a big dinner feast. With just 20 minutes of active time, the hardest part is waiting for it to chill.
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Chocolate Covered Ice Cream Bites

These Chocolate Covered Oreo Ice Cream Bites are super easy to make with just five ingredients. Pop them in the freezer so everyone can grab one whenever they want. So delicious and fancy-looking, with a layer of Oreo and your favorite ice cream flavor dipped in chocolate. These bites are a forever family favorite dessert treat.
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Bailey’s Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Baileys ice cream is the perfect boozy way to to indulge. It’s a decadent treat studded with chocolate chips that any Irish cream liqueur lover will enjoy.
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Chocolate Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Get ready for some ice cream that is so chocolatey you have to say it twice! This chocolate chocolate chip ice cream is creamy, rich, delicious and oh-so-easy to make in your Ninja Creami!
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Coconut Coffee Ice Cream

This dairy free coconut coffee ice cream is chock full of coconut flavor with a punch of coffee. A great afternoon pick me up in frozen form.
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Easy Strawberry Ice Cream Cake

A No-Bake Strawberry Ice Cream Cake is the ultimate shortcut to a refreshing and impressive dessert. With layers of strawberry ice cream sandwiches, whipped topping, and strawberry sauce for a frozen treat that looks as good as it tastes. It’s the kind of recipe that makes entertaining easy.
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Cottage Cheese Ice Cream

My cottage cheese ice cream is rich, creamy, and packed with protein—made with just 5 ingredients and no ice cream maker required.
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Chocolate Coconut Avocado Ice Cream

This chocolate coconut avocado ice cream is creamy, decadent and incredibly simple to make. Full of healthy fats, it’s a great summer treat!
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Avocado Ice Cream

Unlock the unexpected delight of Avocado Ice Cream—don’t knock it until you’ve tried its unbelievably smooth and creamy goodness. It does not taste like avocados. Experience a luscious frozen treat like no other, where the natural richness of avocados creates a surprisingly indulgent dessert.
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Chocolate Ice Cream

This rich and creamy Chocolate Ice Cream is a delightful treat for those following a ketogenic diet. It’s easy to make and offers a perfect balance of chocolate flavor and smooth texture. The recipe is a great alternative to store-bought ice cream, providing a low-carb option that’s just as delicious. With only 4 net carbs per serving, it’s a wonderful way to indulge in a classic dessert without straying from your dietary goals.
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Frosted Lemonade Ice Cream Cake

This frosted lemonade ice cream cake recipe is a delicious twist on the Chick-Fil-A copycat dessert!
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Gluten Free Vegan Cookie Dough Ice Cream

Cookie dough is yummy on its own but mix it with ice cream, and you have a big hit. This gluten free vegan cookie dough ice cream is so good.
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Coffee Ice Cream Ninja CREAMi

What better way to satisfy your coffee craving than with smooth and creamy coffee ice cream! By using the Ninja Creami you can make a delicious low calorie coffee ice cream! Perfect for an Affogato!
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Chocolate Cherry Ice Cream Sandwiches

Discover the heavenly bliss of Chocolate Cookie and Cherry Ice Cream Sandwiches—a match made in dessert heaven. Sink your teeth into the perfect harmony of rich chocolate cookies embracing a delightful cherry ice cream filling. Indulge in this irresistible frozen treat that will transport your taste buds to new levels of satisfaction.
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Chocolate Sage Ice Cream

Experience a unique and tantalizing flavor combination with this creamy chocolate ice cream infused with hints of earthy sage. It’s a refreshing and unexpected twist on a classic dessert.
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Blueberry Pie Ice Cream

This Blueberry pie ice cream is a creamy and delicious ice cream recipe for summer!
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Chocolate Protein Ice Cream Ninja CREAMi

This Ninja Creami Chocolate Protein Ice Cream is super creamy and delicious! It doesn’t even taste like a healthy ice cream recipe!
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Cherry Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Discover the perfect harmony of juicy cherries and chocolate chips in this delectable Cherry Chocolate Chip Ice Cream made in the Ninja CREAMi. A treat that promises pure delight in every spoonful. And it has a secret ingredient!
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Air Fryer Fried Ice Cream

Air Fryer Fried Ice Cream, whatttt? Yes, you read that right. Ice cream “fried” in the air fryer. It’s so good. You have to try it!
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Banana Almond Milk Ice Cream

This Banana Almond Milk Ice Cream is super creamy, super easy to make, and super healthy! Plus, it only takes 10 minutes to whip up. What are you waiting for!
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Grilled Peach Ice Cream Mascarpone

Grilled Peach Mascarpone Ice Cream brings together three summer loves—grilling, peaches, and ice cream—in one creamy, dreamy dessert. The mascarpone adds that rich, tangy depth, and the grilled peaches? Smoky, caramelized magic. It’s velvety, sweet, and a little bit fancy. Bonus: you can make it with or without an ice cream maker.
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Delicious Blueberry Cheesecake Ice Cream

You will love this blueberry cheesecake ice cream. It’s made with blueberries and cream cheese. Imagine a hybrid of cheesecake and ice cream!
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Creamy Banana Tahini Kefir Ice Cream

This Creamy Banana Tahini Kefir Ice Cream uses only 5 simple ingredients to create an absolutely decadent, probiotic-rich, healthy treat perfect for any time of day!
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Dragon Fruit Ice Cream (2-Ingredient Ice Cream Recipe)

This dragon fruit ice cream is delicious and you don’t need an ice cream maker to make it! It’s a 2 ingredient ice cream without heavy cream!
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