There’s no question that ice cream is one of everyone’s favorite desserts. But sometimes, the best thing about ice cream is all the ice cream toppings that you can put on top to make it a decadent, delicious dessert that is a delight for any occasion. Maybe you’re a purist and like one or two toppings, or maybe you like to add as many as you can fit on top. Whatever your preference, here’s a list of all the best ice cream toppings from sauces to sprinkles, and beyond.
Sauces, Syrups, Dollops & Drizzles
Sauces and syrups add a special dollop or drizzle of sweetness, or an extra ooey gooey texture that perfectly complements the cool, creamy base. There are many specially developed sauces to top your ice cream, but you can get creative and try some of these others as well. Keep in mind that some brands make sauces and syrups in a variety of flavors, including seasonal options like pumpkin, orange, blueberry, vanilla, peppermint, hazelnut, etc.
- Chocolate Sauce or Syrup
- Hot Fudge
- Caramel Sauce or Syrup
- Strawberry Sauce or Syrup
- Pineapple Sauce or Syrup
- Cherry Sauce or Syrup
- Butterscotch Sauce or Syrup
- White Chocolate Sauce or Syrup
- Peanut Butter/Almond Butter
- Magic Shell
- Cookie dough
- Apple Butter
- Raspberry Sauce
- Honey
- Whipped Cream
- Cool Whip
- Marshmallow Cream
- Strawberry Fluff
- Jam, Jelly, Marmalade, & Fruit Preserves
- Lemon, Lime, and other Fruit Curd
- Balsamic Vinegar
- Maple Syrup
- Cake Frosting/Icing
- Nutella
- Espresso or Coffee Syrup
- Dulce de Leche
Candy & Cookie Ice Cream Toppings
Everyone loves adding an extra spoonful of sweets. Whether it’s the traditional sprinkles or something more creative, here’s a list of popular candy and cookie ice cream toppings for you to add to your next ice cream sundae.
- Sprinkles
- Marshmallows or roasted marshmallows
- Gummy Bears/Sour Gummies
- Nerds
- Pop Rocks
- Andes Mints
- Oreos
- Chips Ahoy
- Girl Scout Cookies
- Fudge Stripes
- Graham Crackers
- Donuts
- Twix
- Raisinettes
- Chocolate Chips
- M&Ms
- Jelly Beans
- Cotton Candy
- Crushed Oreos
- Cookie Dough Chunks
- Cream Filled Wafers
- Crumbled Waffle Cones
- Chocolate Bark
- Peppermint Bark
- Peanut Butter Cups
- Butterfinger
- Snickers
- Crumbled Pop Tarts
- Nilla Wafers
- Malted Milk Powder
- Whoppers
- Crumbled Brownies
- Crumbled Birthday Cake
- Kit Kat
- Snow Caps
- Peanut Brittle
- Heath Bar
- Licorice
- Rock Candy
- Gingerbread Cookie
- Shortbread Cookie
Crispy & Crunchy Ice Cream Toppings
If you really want to add a complementary topping to your sundae, add something crispy, crunchy, and savory. Nuts have always been a popular topping to add that crunchy kick, but here’s a list of both basic and creative crispy, crunchy ice cream toppings.
- Potato Chips
- Doritos
- Pretzels
- Chocolate Covered/Yogurt Covered Pretzels
- Candied Bacon/Bacon Bits
- Popcorn
- Caramel Corn
- Ritz Crackers
- Trail Mix
- Chia
- Cocoa Nibs
- Crumbled Waffles
- Crushed Waffle Cones or Sugar Cones
- Sunflower Seeds
- Slivered/Sliced Almonds
- Peanuts (regular, spanish, or honey roasted)
- Pecans/Candied Pecans
- Pumpkin Seeds
- Pistachios
- Hazelnuts
- Cashews
- French Fries
- Honeycomb
- Fried Corn Silk
- Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Vanilla Fleur de Sel
Fruity Ice Cream Toppings
I’ll be honest. I’m the one who goes straight to the strawberries. Every time. It’s a favorite for many reasons, but it’s also ok to branch out. Here’s a list of some of the best fruit-focused ice cream toppings that you can mix and match.
- Strawberries
- Bananas
- Blueberries
- Raspberries
- Blackberries/Boysenberries
- Peaches/Nectarines
- Apples/Cinnamon Apples
- Mango
- Passion Fruit
- Pomegranate
- Guava
- Pineapple
- Mandarin Oranges
- Pomegranate Arils
- Kiwi
- Dragon Fruit
- Coconut Flakes
- Banana Chips
- Raisins
- Dried Cranberries
- Maraschino Cherries
- Crystallized Ginger
- Tapioca Pearls
- Popping Boba
- Boba Jellies
- Candied Lemon Peel
- Grapes
Cereal Ice Cream Toppings
Cereal combines the best of both worlds. You get a touch of sweetness and a punch of crunch. Walk through the cereal aisle at the grocery store and imagine the possibilities! Here are some of our favorite cereals to use as ice cream toppings.
- Granola
- Frosted Flakes
- Trix/Mini Trix
- Cookie Crisp
- Cap’n Crunch
- Fruit Loops
- Apple Jacks
- Reese’s Puffs
- Lucky Charms
- Golden Grahams
- Cinnamon Toast Crunch
- Rice Krispies
- Fruity Pebbles
- Cocoa Pebbles
- Corn Flakes
- Special K (plain or with fruit)
Unique Ice Cream Toppings
These unique ice cream toppings can inspire you to think outside the box and create unique flavor combinations.
- Sea Salt Flakes
- Sriracha Caramel Sauce
- Lemon Zest
- Bacon Crumbles
- Candied Jalapeños
- Popping Boba
- Tempura Bits
- Olive Oil
- Chili Crisp
- Marzipan
- Matcha Powder
- Wasabi Peas
- Basil Leaves
- Tamarind Paste or Chutney
- Crushed Cheetos
- Takis Powder
- Cake Bites
- Caviar
- Edible Lavender
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