Odysseus had his sirens, the children of Hamelin, the Pied Piper, and DJs, the Macarena. Some songs are simply irresistible.
But perhaps the strongest pull of all comes from the joyful jingle of the ice cream truck. As the boxy vehicles slowly roll down the street, children and adults alike eagerly line up. From King Cones to Fudgesicles and Strawberry Shortcake bars, everyone has their favorite.
A recent conversation in the office sparked a heated debate about the best frozen treat. Curious to know what our community enjoys, we asked which popsicles, cones, or ice cream sandwich reigns supreme.
The ever-dependable ice cream sandwich was the crowd favorite, with more than 13 percent of the vote! Close behind were Choco Tacos, Chipwiches, and the luxurious Magnum bar.
Instead of waiting for the temptation of a cheery song, we have 14 frozen treats that are just as good as the ice cream truck.
For more ice cream recipes, tips, and saves for when things go awry, check out Ice Cream & Friends, our cookbook dedicated to ice cream and all its pals: pops, gelato, milkshakes—sprinkles, cones, and so much more.
What is your favorite ice cream truck treat? Any local frozen desserts you can't resist in the summer?
Written by: Katie Macdonald
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Raspberry bar which was a dime.
One of the best memories of a summer day.
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