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Culture June 4, 2018
Life is short. Eat dessert first!
You scream, I scream, we all scream for ice cream – am I right?
Few things are more satisfying than enjoying a cold ice cream cone. Whether it’s 35 degrees outside or 103 degrees, ice cream just doesn’t disappoint. One second you have three scoops on a waffle cone, and the next it’s gone!
However, not all ice cream flavors are made alike.
A number of people are opting for dairy-free alternatives, so we wanted to make sure you had access to the best ones. Whether you’re doing it for dietary reasons or because you’re an animal rights activist, here are some vegan ice cream brands that will make your mouth water.
Back in 2014, there was a Change.org petition asking Ben & Jerry’s to produce vegan ice cream. Two and a half years later, the iconic ice cream brothers released two vegan flavors. Today, there are nine total vegan options and we’re loving it. Keep ’em coming!
What’s the dairy alternative? Almond Milk
What are the flavors? Chunky Monkey, Cherry Garcia, Chocolate Fudge Brownie, Peanut Butter and Cookies, Coffee Caramel Fudge, Caramel Almond Brittle, and Coconut Seven Layer Bar, Cinnamon Buns, Peanut Butter Half Baked
Which should you try first? Cherry Garcia. RIP Jerry, we miss you.
Known as the number one best-selling ice cream pint in the United States, Halo Top has risen to fame from its establishment in 2012. With 14 delicious flavors, Halo Top prides itself as a better ice cream alternative since the ice cream is low-calorie and high-protein.
What’s the dairy alternative? Coconut Milk
What are the flavors? Caramel Macchiato, Chocolate, Chocolate Covered Banana, Cinnamon Roll, Oatmeal Cookie, Peanut Butter Cup, Sea Salt Caramel, Birthday Cake, Candy Bar, Chocolate Almond Crunch, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Pancakes & Waffles, Toasted Coconut, Vanilla Maple
Which should you try first? Birthday Cake
Talenti is named after Bernardo Buontalenti, the individual credited with inventing gelato. The company offers ice cream, sorbets and sorbettos. Because sorbets and ice cream are typically made with dairy, sorbettos are a vegan’s best friend. Sorbettos are non-dairy treats and are primarily water based.
What’s the dairy alternative? Water-Based for Vegan Sorbettos
What are the flavors? Alphonso Mango, Chocolate, Roman Raspberry, Peanut Butter Fudge, Cold Brew Coffee
Which should you try first? Peanut Butter Fudge
And while Talenti does have another dairy-free flavor, Blood Orange Sorbetto, it’s not vegan since it’s made with egg whites.
SO Delicious is the non-dairy alternative empire with numerous non-dairy products, including cheese, yogurt and ice cream. The company adheres to a vision “based on our firm commitment to treating everyone and everything — animals, the environment, each other, our partners, and our community — with unwavering respect.” Pretty great!
What’s the dairy alternative? Cashew Milk, Coconut Milk, Almond Milk, Soy Milk
Which should you try first? Chocolate Drizzled Bananas Foster
Did you know Haagen-Dazs was established in 1960 with just three flavors: vanilla, chocolate and coffee? They’ve definitely been working hard since then because today Haagen-Dazs has 53 flavors! New bucket list goal? I think yes.
What’s the dairy alternative? Coconut Milk, Soy Milk
What are the flavors? Chocolate Salted Fudge Truffle, Coconut Caramel, Mocha Chocolate Cookie, Peanut Butter Chocolate Fudge
Which should you try first? Coconut Caramel
Van Leeuwen started as an ice cream truck that traveled around New York, but now they’ve expanded to Los Angeles! Until today, though, all the flavors are made from scratch in Brooklyn! Since they aren’t officially sold in stores, you figure out where to chase down a Van Leeuwen ice cream truck here. Or if you prefer, you can also just browse their website from the comfort of your bed and order pints to share (or not).
What’s the dairy alternative? Cashews, Coconut, Cocoa Butter
What are the flavors? Sicilian Pistachio, Coffee, Salted Caramel, Caramelized Banana Nut, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Matcha Green Tea, Mint Chip, Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip
Which should you try first? Matcha Green Tea
If you’re like me, Trader Joe’s is your go-to for all grocery shopping needs. Now, you just have one more thing to add to your long list of snacks.
What’s the dairy alternative? Soy Milk
What are the flavors? Vanilla, Cherry Chocolate Chip
Which should you try first? Cherry Chocolate Chip
This is a pretty good list to start with. Now, go make your tastebuds happy.