Best Black-Owned Ice Cream Shops In The South

(And 4 Awesome Recipes If You Prefer The Homemade Route)

Did you know July 19th is National Ice Cream Day? I didn’t either! Apparently, August 19th is also National Soft-Serve Ice Cream Day, which is slightly confusing, but whatever. Since we just celebrated National Ice Cream Day and National Soft-Serve Ice Cream will be here before you know it, I’ve compiled a four of the easiest homemade ice cream recipes I could find. And, for those who would rather grab and go, I’ve rounded up the ten of the best Black-owned ice cream shops in the South. Let’s get into it!

Easy Ice Cream Recipes

Unicorn Ice Cream from Divas Can Cook (perfect for the kiddos!)

Vegan Mango Ice Cream from Jessica In The Kitchen (made with just three ingredients!)

Sweet Potato Ice Cream from Black Girls Who Brunch (okay, this one honestly sounds amazing. I never thought to combine sweet potato flavor with ice cream, but I might have to give this one it a try!)

Strawberry Banana Sorbet from Cheneé Today (no ice-cream maker required equals no stress; I’m here for it!)

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Black-Owned Ice Cream Shops Around The Country

The Freezing Cow in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma specializes in 100% lactose free, keto-friendly hand-rolled ice cream.

Morelli’s Gourmet Ice Cream in Atlanta, Georgia carries ice cream, ice cream cakes, and pies in inventive flavors like Peanut Butter Caramel Crunch, Blueberry Rose Water, and Rosemary Olive Oil. Check back often, flavors are updated daily!

Twin Tiger Ice Cream and Funnel Cake Café in Virginia Beach, Virginia provides a fun, kid-friendly atmosphere with old-fashioned arcade games, funnel cake, and tons of ice-cream flavors.

Hank’s Ice Cream Parlor in Houston, TX is a crowd favorite located in the Medical District. They’ve been in business for over 35 years, so they know a thing or two about ice cream!

Park Circle Creamery in North Charleston, SC offers 16 fun, small-batch flavors like Cherry Dream and Vegan Coconut Oreo all handcrafted in-house.

Three Scoops Premium Ice Cream in Huntsville, AL serves up a full menu of delicious ice cream, smoothies, shakes, coffee and other desserts. They also host birthday parties and private events!

Sweet Magnolia Gelato is based in Mississippi with a retail shop in Memphis, TN. You can also find their artisan ice cream in unique flavors like Strawberry Champagne and Honey Vanilla in shops across the Southern United States.

Louisville Cream in Louisville, KY serves small-batch, premium ice-cream via online ordering and curbside pick-up. You can also grab your favorite pint at local shops; check their website for a complete list.

Jay’s Italian Ice in Raleigh, NC doesn’t technically serve ice-cream, but their italian ice treats are just as refreshing as ice-cream on a hot, Summer day. In addition to serving up yummy Italian ice creations, Jay’s Italian Ice also supports local schools and charities in an effort to give back to the community where they reside. Love that!

Whipped Creamery in Augusta, GA is actually located inside the food court at the August Mall. Look for hand-dipped and soft-serve ice cream in twelve flavors with a rotation of fun seasonal options. Also, be sure to try their signature Belgian Waffles!

Who did I miss? If you know of a Black-owned ice-cream shop in the South, tell me about them in the comments below!

If you’ve made it this far, I know you’re as passionate about supporting Black owned businesses and brands as I am. If you’ve had a good experience with any of the shops on this list (or any Black owned business for that matter) please consider joining my Facebook group and shouting them out!

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