12 Drool-Worthy Ice Cream Recipes For You And Your Pup To Enjoy Together

Irresistible creamy goodness for you and your four-legged foodie!

Jesse

• Published in Interesting
• March 31, 2024

We know it’s not summer yet, so we can’t claim we’re trying to ‘beat the heat.’ But do we really need a reason to dive spoon-first into the creamy, dreamy world of ice cream? Of course not; every season is ice cream season!

But wait—before you take that blissful bite, glance down at those huge, adorable, pleading puppy eyes. Yes, your furry best friend is giving you the "pretty please" stare, longing for a lick of that frosty goodness. But what if the flavors are beyond what its doggy palette can handle?

Fear not, dear pet parents and ice cream aficionados! We’ve got you covered. We've scooped up 12 absolutely drool-worthy ice cream recipes that are perfect for both you and your pup.

Gone are the days when the only options for cooling down your pup were the same old boring bowl of water or the occasional store-bought, pet-friendly ice cream. It's time to elevate the summer snack game with creations that are as fun to make as they are to eat. 

And who knows? Some of these frozen marvels might just have you questioning whether they were indeed meant for your dog or if you've accidentally treated yourself to the best summer snack ever. 

So, grab your mixing bowl, summon your taste tester with paws, and let's get whipping. Trust me, after one lick, you'll both be howling for more.

1. Yogurt Melts: They're light, they're creamy, and they're just the right amount of tangy. Plus, they melt in your mouth—not on your floor.

2. Cinnamon Carob Ice Cream: Who needs chocolate when you have carob? This is for the sophisticated canine who enjoys the finer things in life. Your dog might start preferring lattes next.

3. Peanut Butter and Flax Seed Pupsicles: The peanut butter brings the fun, and the flax seeds bring the omega-3s. Together, they're unstoppable.

4. Vita Veggie Mashup: Get those veggies in, but make it fun! This is for dogs that need a little coaxing to eat their greens. Little do they know, they're about to love it.

5. Peanut Butter and Bacon Ice Cream: Because why choose between two of a dog's favorite things? This is the ultimate "treat yo' self" for your furry friend.

6. Chicken Ice Cream: Yes, you read that right. It's dinner and dessert all in one, and it's about to become your dog's favorite thing ever.

7. Coconut Ice Cream: This tropical treat will whisk your pooch away to a paradise where the bowls are always filled, and the ice cream never melts. It’s a mini-vacation with every lick; no passport required!

8. Peanut and Banana Frosty Paws: This creamy, dreamy concoction combines the nutty goodness of peanut butter with the sweet charm of bananas.

9. Fruity Ice Pups: It's a bite of summer, no matter the season.

10. Strawberry Ice Cream: This isn’t just any strawberry ice cream; it's a red carpet rolled out for your pup's taste buds. Fresh, fruity, and fabulously frosty.

11. Pumpkin Frosty Cubes: Halloween isn't the only time for pumpkins to shine! These frosty cubes are a spooky good treat that'll have your pooch doing the zoomies in appreciation. Plus, they're so easy to make, it's almost scary!

12. Blueberry Ice Cream: Blueberries aren't just superfoods for humans; dogs love them too! This berry blast of fun is packed with antioxidants and bound to cause some serious tail-wagging happiness.

This deliciously cool lineup is bound to make this summer the best one yet for your furry friend. Just don't be surprised if they start refusing to eat anything that isn't served frozen.

We’ve got to ask: Which of these tail-wagging treats will you be whipping up first? Let us know in the comments.

Jesse