From vanilla and chocolate to coffee and cookies and cream, ice cream is an American obsession. The average U.S. consumer eats about four gallons yearly, and ice cream companies keep churning out more of the beloved frosty dessert to keep up with the country's insatiable demand. According to the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA), ice cream production in the United States reached 1.3 billion gallons in 2023.
While classic flavors still reign supreme—vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry remain the most popular, according to the IDFA's most recent survey—ice cream brands continue to produce various e...