Every year it’s the same old waiting game. Waiting for warmer weather. Waiting to kiss winter goodbye. And of course, waiting for the days when we can dig into a scrumptious scoop of Michigan-made ice cream. It’s only a short matter of time before the many ice cream parlors, soft serve stands and frozen custard shacks open for the season, and we couldn’t be more excited about it.
Last year we brought you a list of 12 spots worth checking out. The roundup included places like Sherman’s Dairy Bar in South Haven, the MSU Dairy Store in East Lansing, and Moomers in Traverse City. Like the dedicated readers you are, we heard all kinds of other recommendations. Don’t worry, we listened and have revised our latest list to reflect that.
Have a look.
- Appleknocker’s, Vicksburg
Tom H./Yelp This seasonal shop just announced its opening, March 14. Now fans can dig into its more than 60 flavors that come from Plainwell Ice Cream Co. and Ashby’s Sterling Ice Cream.
- Bella Creamery, Portage
D K./Yelp Customize your flavor here. Just tell the folks behind the counter what toppings you’d like and they’ll whip it right up for you.
- Blank Slate Creamery, Ann Arbor
Blank Slate Creamery/Facebook Looking for a tasty treat, with a twist? You’ll want to check out this little shop in Ann Arbor that’s set in a timber house. It serves unique gourmet scoops like salty caramel & fresh basil.
- Captain Nemo’s, South Haven
Jim F./Yelp Here you’ll find Sherman’s Ice Cream, which has been making the stuff for the past 100 years…they must be doing something right to have that kind of longevity.
- Cook’s Dairy Farm, Ortonville
Cook’s Dairy Farm/Facebook Straight from the farm, you’ll find some two dozen flavors like black cherry, cowpuccino, and seasonal egg nog. And when you’re done enjoying a cone, be sure to check out everything else this Oakland County farm has to offer.
- Custard and Co, Royal Oak
Ami W./Yelp During the spring and summer months this tiny spot (along with plenty of others like it on Woodward Avenue) opens to offer simply delicious soft serve frozen custard.
- Erma’s Frozen Custard, multiple locations
Ron C./Yelp For the die-hard custard followers, Erma’s is the gold standard. Don’t be surprised if you see a long line at this spot each and every time you go.
- Hilltop Soda Shoppe, Benzonia
Hilltop Soda Shoppe/Facebook This family owned shop has made more than 300 unique flavors like real buttered pecan, Choc Choc Chip, toasted coconut, malted Whopper, and local raspberry sorbet.
- Jersey Junction, East Grand Rapids
Rachie P./Yelp This old fashioned parlor is famous for its frozen treats, candies, and small town feel.
- Jilbert Dairy, Marquette
Jilbert Dairy/Facebook This gem has been around since 1937 and can be spotted all over the UP and parts of Wisconsin. Its fans can’t get enough of its signature Mackinac Island fudge flavors.
- Mootown Ice Cream & Dessert Shoppe, Detroit
Mootown Ice Cream & Dessert Shoppe/Facebook This cute little shop at Eastern Market boasts Michigan-made Hudsonville ice cream and Saunders toppings. Plus, it’s right next to Supino Pizzeria. Pizza and ice cream, quite possible the perfect match.
- MOO-Ville Creamery, Nashville
MOO-Ville Creamery/Facebook All made in-house, the ice cream here is only part of the fun as you’re on an old fashioned farm as well.
We now officially have some serious cravings. And we know we’ve only scratched the surface. Tell us, where are your favorite ice cream shops in Michigan?
Tom H./Yelp
This seasonal shop just announced its opening, March 14. Now fans can dig into its more than 60 flavors that come from Plainwell Ice Cream Co. and Ashby’s Sterling Ice Cream.
D K./Yelp
Customize your flavor here. Just tell the folks behind the counter what toppings you’d like and they’ll whip it right up for you.
Blank Slate Creamery/Facebook
Looking for a tasty treat, with a twist? You’ll want to check out this little shop in Ann Arbor that’s set in a timber house. It serves unique gourmet scoops like salty caramel & fresh basil.
Jim F./Yelp
Here you’ll find Sherman’s Ice Cream, which has been making the stuff for the past 100 years…they must be doing something right to have that kind of longevity.
Cook’s Dairy Farm/Facebook
Straight from the farm, you’ll find some two dozen flavors like black cherry, cowpuccino, and seasonal egg nog. And when you’re done enjoying a cone, be sure to check out everything else this Oakland County farm has to offer.
Ami W./Yelp
During the spring and summer months this tiny spot (along with plenty of others like it on Woodward Avenue) opens to offer simply delicious soft serve frozen custard.
Ron C./Yelp
For the die-hard custard followers, Erma’s is the gold standard. Don’t be surprised if you see a long line at this spot each and every time you go.
Hilltop Soda Shoppe/Facebook
This family owned shop has made more than 300 unique flavors like real buttered pecan, Choc Choc Chip, toasted coconut, malted Whopper, and local raspberry sorbet.
Rachie P./Yelp
This old fashioned parlor is famous for its frozen treats, candies, and small town feel.
Jilbert Dairy/Facebook
This gem has been around since 1937 and can be spotted all over the UP and parts of Wisconsin. Its fans can’t get enough of its signature Mackinac Island fudge flavors.
Mootown Ice Cream & Dessert Shoppe/Facebook
This cute little shop at Eastern Market boasts Michigan-made Hudsonville ice cream and Saunders toppings. Plus, it’s right next to Supino Pizzeria. Pizza and ice cream, quite possible the perfect match.
MOO-Ville Creamery/Facebook
All made in-house, the ice cream here is only part of the fun as you’re on an old fashioned farm as well.
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