Ben & Jerry’s, renowned for its vast array of flavors, is a beloved ice cream brand that continues to win fans worldwide. With nearly 100 different varieties—many of which are unique and unavailable from other companies—it’s no surprise that ice cream enthusiasts have their favorites. After years of indulging in the brand’s creations, we’ve narrowed down the top 13 flavors we love and the 13 we think could be improved or left behind.
13 Ben & Jerry’s Flavors We Love
Americone Dream
A Stephen Colbert-inspired creation, this flavor combines fudge-covered waffle cone pieces with caramel swirls. The perfect balance of sweetness and crunch, it’s a surprising yet delightful mix.
Boom Chocolatta!
For coffee lovers, this mocha and caramel-based ice cream with fudge flakes and chocolate cookie chunks is a winning combination that’s hard to resist.
Cherry Garcia
A classic favorite, Cherry Garcia blends tart cherry ice cream with sweet cherry pieces and fudge flakes. Its balance of flavors makes it a must-try, especially for Grateful Dead fans.
Coconut Seven Layer Bar (Non-Dairy)
Coconut ice cream packed with fudge chunks, caramel swirls, graham crackers, and walnuts offers a rich, indulgent treat—especially since it’s made with almond milk for a non-dairy option.
Half Baked
This fan-favorite pairs vanilla and chocolate ice cream with chunks of cookie dough and brownie bites. Often Ben & Jerry’s top-seller, it’s not just named after a cult-classic film but also offers the ultimate flavor combo.
Peanut Butter Fudge Core
For those who adore peanut butter and chocolate, this flavor is a masterpiece. With a peanut butter fudge core and mini chocolate-covered peanut butter cups, it’s a flavor that’s tough to put down.
Phish Food
Made in collaboration with the band Phish, this flavor includes large, fish-shaped chocolate pieces with caramel and marshmallow swirls. A portion of proceeds goes to environmental causes in Vermont, adding a feel-good element to every scoop.
Strawberry Cheesecake
If you love cheesecake, you’ll adore this frozen version, which features graham cracker swirls, chunks of real strawberries, and cheesecake-flavored ice cream.
The Tonight Dough
Late-night talk show hosts seem to have a knack for creating ice cream flavors, and Jimmy Fallon’s “The Tonight Dough” is no exception. This combination of caramel and chocolate ice cream, with cookie dough swirls and peanut butter dough, is a dream for flavor adventurers.
Topped – Salted Caramel Brownie
A part of Ben & Jerry’s “Topped” series, this vanilla-based ice cream with salted caramel swirls and brownie chunks is topped with a thick layer of chocolate ganache, bringing a decadent twist to every bite.
Topped – Tiramisu
Mascarpone ice cream, shortbread pieces, espresso fudge chunks, and chocolate ganache come together to recreate the classic Italian dessert in a frozen form.
Topped – Whiskey Biz
For those who enjoy a spirited treat, “Whiskey Biz” mixes brown butter bourbon ice cream with blonde brownies and whiskey caramel swirls, all topped with white chocolate ganache and fudge chunks.
Triple Caramel Chunk
As the name suggests, this flavor is all about caramel. It combines caramel ice cream with a caramel swirl and fudge-covered caramel pieces for a triple dose of the sweet treat.
13 Ben & Jerry’s Flavors We Can Do Without
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough
While cookie dough is a beloved mix-in, the base of vanilla ice cream in this classic flavor is a bit plain compared to other Ben & Jerry’s options that combine cookie dough with richer ingredients.
Chocolate Fudge Brownie
Chocolate Fudge Brownie doesn’t stand out enough, given the variety of other flavors that feature brownies and additional mix-ins. It feels too simple in comparison.
Chocolate Therapy
Despite its name, “Chocolate Therapy” lacks the depth expected from a chocolate-centric ice cream. It combines chocolate and chocolate pudding ice cream but doesn’t include enough variation in the mix-ins to elevate it.
Chunky Monkey
Banana-flavored ice cream isn’t for everyone, and for those of us who don’t enjoy it, Chunky Monkey’s banana ice cream with fudge chunks and walnuts isn’t a favorite.
Coffee Toffee Bar Crunch
While we love toffee, this flavor falls short. The coffee ice cream with chocolate-covered toffee pieces lacks enough toffee chunks to really deliver on its promise.
Glampfire Trail Mix
This flavor tries to combine pretzels, marshmallows, and chocolate-covered almonds, but it doesn’t quite work. If you’re craving something with a campfire theme, Ben & Jerry’s already offers “Gimme S’more!”
Karamel Sutra
Although the caramel core is enticing, the rest of the flavor feels lackluster. The mix of chocolate and caramel ice cream with fudge chips doesn’t provide the same excitement as other Ben & Jerry’s offerings.
Mint Chocolate Chip
While it’s a well-loved classic, mint chocolate chipis offered by nearly every ice cream brand. Ben & Jerry’s version is good but doesn’t quite measure up to their more inventive flavors.
Netflix & Chill’d
Pretzels and brownies may seem like an interesting combo, but in this flavor, they don’t work together. The result is a flavor that’s not quite binge-worthy despite its cool name.
New York Super Fudge Chunk
This flavor features an overload of nuts—pecans, walnuts, and fudge-covered almonds—along with white and dark fudge chunks. It’s too much for those of us who prefer a more balanced mix of ingredients.
Peanut Butter Cup
While peanut butter lovers may enjoy this one, it’s not as exciting as other peanut butter-based flavors. It needs something more to stand out, like the addition of caramel or chocolate sauce.
Pistachio Pistachio
Pistachio lovers may appreciate this, but it doesn’t offer anything beyond what other ice cream brands provide. The flavor lacks the variety and creativity that make Ben & Jerry’s stand out.
Vanilla
While Ben & Jerry’s vanilla is made with high-quality ingredients, it’s just too simple compared to their other offerings. When given the choice, we’ll opt for a flavor with more mix-ins and complexity.
In conclusion, Ben & Jerry’s has some undeniable hits, with flavors that push the boundaries of what ice cream can be. However, there are a few misses along the way. For those looking to explore beyond the basics, their creative flavor combinations are the way to go.
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