7 Ways to Use Strawberry Ice Cream That Go Way Beyond Milkshakes

The store-bought shortcut makes these ice cream desserts a breeze.

a slice of strawberry shortcake with strawberry ice cream layers topped with strawberry sauce
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thedailygourmet

Store-bought strawberry ice cream is the key to these bright, fruity, and flavorful desserts. From classic milkshakes (you know we had to include at least one) to ice cream cakes and pies, you'll come back to these seasonal recipes with strawberry ice cream again and again.

01 of 08

Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Cake

Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Cake
thedailygourmet

"This recipe is fast to assemble and while you can absolutely buy the ingredients pre-made, I prefer to make the cake part myself. You can also use angel food cake (loaf shape) or your favorite pound cake." —thedailygourmet

02 of 08

Mini Ice Cream Pretzel Sandwiches

mini ice cream pretzel sandwiches
Trusted Brands

"These little one- or two-bite ice cream sandwiches are quick and easy to make, and fun to eat. Different flavors of ice cream and fresh fruit give you lots of options." —lutzflcat

03 of 08

Banana Split Ice Cream Pie

slice of banana split ice cream pie topped with whipped cream and maraschino cherry
Meredith Food Studios

"Who doesn't love a good old-fashion Banana Split? How about a pie that combines all the ingredients of this old-fashion favorite!" —Star Pooley

04 of 08

Easy No-Bake Strawberry Ice Cream Cake

Easy No-Bake Strawberry Ice Cream Cake

"It's hard to find a summer dessert easier and more refreshing than this combination of strawberry ice cream and a purchased 10-inch angel food cake!" —Bibi

05 of 08

Strawberry Milkshake

Strawberry Milkshake
lutzflcat

"A creamy and sweet strawberry milkshake made with real strawberries." —Elds Martial

06 of 08

Unicorn Waffle Taco Sundae

Unicorn Waffle Taco Sundae

"How could you go wrong!! Cute and sparkly and delicious. Made these at my daughters birthday." —eholewheatflowwr

07 of 08

Brownie Baked Alaska

brownie baked Alaska with milk
Smart Cookie

"Pistachio and strawberry ice cream top a fudgy brownie base that's frosted with meringue and torched to create this baked Alaska." —Smart Cookie

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