Beat The End-Of-Summer Heat With These Seasonal Fall Ice Cream Flavors

Every year it happens. That heat breaks right at the end of August. We notice a bit of a chill in the breeze that seems to be getting a bit blustery. Our minds shift to bulky sweaters and pumpkin spice lattes. And when all of our senses are ready to revel in the beginnings of fall, heat strikes again. Thank goodness we are able to dive into some autumnal ice cream flavors. And we're not just talking pumpkin; we're going to be talking about all the flavors of fall — all that is sweet, spicy, savory, and soothing in the cold weather is here to help you beat the heat.

You can indulge in warm apple strudel and steamy cinnamon espresso while still keeping your cool, even when the temp is at 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Just check out these fall ice cream options available now. Jump as far into the crisp, autumn season as you would like simply by hitting the freezer aisle at your local grocery or stopping by your local ice cream shop. With so many choices, it's nice most of these come in a small enough serving to try multiple flavors. It's nearly guaranteed that some of these tasty treats will tickle your fancy this fall.

Jeni's is known for big original flavors like Sweet Cream Biscuits & Peach Jam or Bay Leaf Cheesecake. In the past, Jeni's Ice Cream has offered some mouthwatering combinations in its fall flavors, and there's no reason to think that the new Pumpkin with Brown Sugar Blondies flavor this year will be any different. This creation starts with a rich, creamy base of heirloom pumpkin ice cream and blends in a mixture of spices and brown sugar blondies. Bonus, Jeni's released some returning fall favorite flavors as well.

Around since the '30s, Biscoff became a viral sensation this year when a TikTok Biscoff cheesecake recipe shone the spotlight back on this treat. It's most likely why this flavor is now trending in bakeries, restaurants, and grocery stores. Baskin-Robbins jumped on the bandwagon with its Biscoff Crème Brûlée Ice Cream — a French custard ice cream with pieces of Biscoff cookie and caramelized sugar swirls. But the brand isn't stopping there; Biscoff is the central flavor of the fall menu, which includes a Biscoff Cookie Signature Shake.

Nothing says fall like a decadent caramel apple. But the easiest, and probably least sticky, way to enjoy all the flavor and texture of this specific fall treat may be by indulging in the new Dairy Queen Caramel Apple Cheesecake Blizzard. Dairy Queen is calling it "the perfect first taste of fall while the sun is still shining." Apple and cheesecake chunks are blended together with a buttery caramel swirl to deliver a chewy seasonal delight. And if you want to add an additional layer of richness, swap your vanilla soft serve with chocolate.

Cold Stone Creamery is leaning into the cozy aspect of fall with its flavors. Bringing back the seasonal comfort of a fresh-from-the-dryer quilt, Going Bananas for JELL-O Pudding ice cream is here just in time and only for a limited time. Step into the comfort of fall no matter what the temperature is with sliced bananas, crumbled Nilla Wafers, and whipped cream hand-blended with JELL-O Banana Cream Pudding-flavored ice cream. It's a nostalgic, refreshing, and comforting taste of the past for the slightly overheated present.

Publix takes its ice cream seriously. The beloved grocery store has been bringing vast amounts of original frozen flavors for decades. In August, 16 seasonal flavors dropped to delight Publix shoppers, and the Cinnamon Streusel Praline Premium Ice Cream looks like a star. It has praline pecans, sticky bun dough, and a warmly spiced cinnamon streusel swirl combined in a brown sugar ice cream. If that doesn't say "frosty fall morning," what does?

It should be no surprise for lovers of Trader Joe's to see that its fan favorite fall flavor, Pumpkin Ice Cream, has dropped back into the freezer section for the season. Gently spiced with the usual nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, this ice cream provides the heartiness of a pumpkin pie with the chill factor we still so desperately need. And it's "super premium" ice cream, which means it has a higher butterfat content, higher density, and a creamier taste and texture than regular ice cream. So, better grab a spoon with some heft.

It is apple-picking season, and Salt & Straw has picked this fall flavor to receive some very special autumnal attention. Serving up an entire "Apple Series" for a very limited time, Salt & Straw is currently offering an iconic mashup with the creation of its new Salted Caramel Apple Pie Ice Cream. Starting with its salted caramel ice cream, S&S has added apples, spiced pie filling, and pieces of flaky crust to cut out the oven and still serve up the sweet. Looks like there is more than one way to beat the heat.

Kroger shows amaretto can go far beyond just a drink with its boozy approach to apple season — Private Selection Amaretto Cookie & Apple Ice Cream. Already a great fall flavor, amaretto is a warm, almond liqueur that tries to bite back and is perfect in an icy setting. Starting with a sweet and slightly spicy real cream apple cinnamon ice cream base, Private Selection took crunchy bits of amaretto-flavored cookies and swirled them throughout to create this glowingly reviewed new addition to the popular brand's lineup.

Graeter's uses real pumpkin in its small batch Harvest Pumpkin French-pot style ice cream. And that is just one of the many reasons fans go clamoring to stores every fall for their favorite flavors. Hand-mixed and spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger, this ice cream is pumpkin pie in a pint, sans crust. You can eat it with a cone, in a cup, as a sundae, sipped as a milkshake, or chilled along with some chai. Graeter's is happy to offer it up your way, as long as it lasts.

Favorite Day is bringing back some new and returning flavors to its fall ice cream lineup. One of the options that sticks out from the usual pack is the Caramel Toffee Crunch. Going against the expected pumpkin and apple grain, this salted caramel ice cream offers meaty chunks of almond and buttery snaps of toffee to delight the entire palate. While this ice cream flavor could possibly be served year-round, it holds its own against the more traditional fall flavors with a unique seasonal savory sweetness.

There's nothing more comforting than a warm slice of banana nut bread on a chilly autumn afternoon. Unless it's a pint of Publix Banana Nut Bread Premium Ice Cream on a hotter-than-usual faux-fall evening. Guess it's a good thing Publix brought back this favorite flavor for the season. It all starts with a banana bread-flavored ice cream base, which some fans on Reddit find delightfully authentic. And in order to truly mirror that straight-from-the-oven banana bread goodness, pieces of walnuts and swirls of banana sauce are also included.

It doesn't take too terribly long to make a simple apple strudel at home. But if you are looking to skip heating up the oven and your house due to the already high temperatures outside, you might be even more satisfied reaching for a pint of Graeter's new Apple Strudel Ice Cream. Hand-mixed in 2 ½ gallon batches, this cinnamon-flavored ice cream is elevated to strudel status with the addition of real baked apples, cinnamon-spiced pastry pieces, and strudel icing.

This is the time of year that Ben & Jerry fans know to start looking for their favorite seasonal fall flavor, Pumpkin Cheesecake, which first made its debut back in 2007. And if you aren't a fan yet, you may just be one spoonful away from discovering a new treat. This flavor has been a seasonal taste of Ben & Jerry's for almost 20 years, which says so much. The silky-smooth pumpkin cheesecake ice cream offers warm fall spices and tastes of graham cracker that the season just isn't the same without.

As well as creating its take on a boozy apple fall ice cream, Kroger also decided to let fans take a bite of the Big Apple with the Private Selection New York Style Pumpkin Cheesecake. A New York style cheesecake is generally created with the addition of heavy or sour cream to the cream cheese, creating a richer flavor profile. It's something you should expect from the chunks of cheesecake pieces that have been mixed throughout this pumpkin flavored ice cream.

One great way to warm up a chilly fall day is with a nice hot espresso. And one great way to cool down a day you wish was a bit more chilled is with Target's Favorite Day Cinnamon Espresso Ice Cream. Imagine the flavorful dark depths of espresso, sweetened to creamy perfection, and sprinkled with cinnamon graham crackers. Sounds great for the frightfully chilly days ahead but maybe not so much for the hotter ones still occurring. Good thing this ice cream will only warm your spirit with its seasonal flavors all while keeping you refreshingly cool on the outside.