Now that spring is in the air and daily temperatures are on the rise, the ice cream cravings are coming on strong! If you are looking for a list of the best places to find frozen dessert in Pigeon Forge, keep reading to see our recommendations.
Ice Cream
Apple Valley Creamery
Open since 1991, Apple Valley Creamery is part of the Apple Barn and Cider Mill in Sevierville. All of their ice cream is handmade with ingredients of the highest quality, and local products like produce are used when available. With 60 flavors in rotation throughout the seasons, this is a great place to stop if you want ice cream with a southern twist. Examples of these classic southern flavors are Smoky Mountain fudge, butter pecan, and deep dish apple pie.
Old Mill Creamery
Part of one of the most treasured locations in town, the Old Mill Creamery delivers churned-in-house, old-fashioned ice cream that will have you feeling nostalgic for simpler times. They offer ice creams in bowls, cones, sundaes, and floats so everyone can have their favorite treat. It’s no wonder how they ended up in the TripAdvisor Hall of Fame; this is one of the most popular creameries in the area. Try it out for yourself!
Buzzed Bull Creamery
Using the power of liquid nitrogen, various spirits, and delicious mix-ins, Buzzed Bull Creamery creates some of the most unique frozen treats in the area. All desserts are made to order, and you can choose to have your ice cream with or without alcohol (so the whole family can join!). All the desserts start as a liquid, then the nitrogen freezes it solid within seconds; this is an amazing process to witness. If you are looking to try something out of the normal, Buzzed Bull is the place to go!
Kountry Kreamery
Support a veteran-owned business by taking a trip to Kountry Kreamery in Pigeon Forge. In a place that sells 32 flavors of Hershey’s ice cream along with sugar free, lactose free, reduced fat, and vegan options, you can’t go wrong! They also have a variety of cones including pretzel, cookie, chocolate-dipped, homemade waffle cones, and gluten free. This is the perfect ice cream shop for guests who normally have to sit out on the frozen dessert fun!
Maddog’s Creamery & Donuts
Ice cream, banana splits, sundaes, soft serve, and more can all be found at Maddog’s Creamery & Donuts in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg! Not only will the whole family love it, but your pets will love their own special treats too. If you want a funnel cake topped with ice cream, ice cream wrapped in a cotton candy burrito, and more adventurous options, make sure to stop by one of their locations.
Frozen Treats
The Yard Milkshake Bar
Shark Tank fans, this one is for you! Established in 2017 and as seen on Shark Tank, The Yard Milkshake Bar is the perfect place to go if you want the ultimate Instagram post of a delicious dessert. Known for their over-the-top sundaes and shakes, visiting is a must if your friends make jokes about you being “extra.” If you tag them in your posts, you get a chance at being featured on their page!
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard
This isn’t your typical Italian ice and custard place. Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard offers gluten free, sugar free, and lactose free options so your whole family can join in on the feast. They also give complimentary pup cups for the furry members of the family! With a location in the heart of Pigeon Forge, Rita’s is easy to get to after any activity. If you’ve been waiting to try Italian ice and frozen custard, this would be a good place to start!
Andy’s Frozen Custard
Frozen Custard with seasonal additions? Count us in! Andy’s Frozen Custard in Sevierville offers both drive-thru and walk-up service so you can get your custard as quick as possible. Loved by all ages, this is a great place to bring your family (and pets!) for a unique frozen dessert. Their spring treats include strawberry shortcake, blackberries, and blueberries. In summer, add some peaches or key lime pie!
