5 Ordering Tips For A Better Blizzard At Dairy Queen Every Time

Dairy Queen Blizzards have been enchanting ice cream lovers for generations. They're sweet, creamy, and so thick that staff members can turn them upside-down without spilling. Of all the Dairy Queen Blizzards we've tried and ranked, classics like Oreo, M&M's, and Reese's Peanut Butter Cup will always have our hearts. But when you're looking to shake things up, try one (or all) of the following DQ ordering tips for getting the best Blizzard.

From adding more toppings to swirling in a sauce and topping with whipped cream, we've compiled five Dairy Queen ordering tips perfect for the next time you're craving a Blizzard. These tips are fairly easy to request online and in-person: You don't even need to know the secret menu Dairy Queen Blizzards to pull them off. Plus, they're all decently priced.

So, whether you prefer traditional ice cream flavor combinations, a mix of soft and crunchy toppings, or gooey chocolate fudge, these additions are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Next time you're at a Dairy Queen or DQ Grill & Chill, try out these tips for your next Blizzard. Who knows, you may just discover a new favorite frozen concoction.

The good news is that most DQ Blizzards come with one candy or cookie mix-in. But did you know you can order an additional mix-in for less than a dollar? Mix and match different toppings like M&Ms, cookie dough, brownie bites, and Butterfinger pieces, or double up on the delicious mix-in you initially chose. For example, you can get double the Reese's Peanut Butter Cups for the absolute best Dairy Queen Blizzard, in our opinion. Alternatively, add Oreos to the peanut butter-filled Blizzard, giving your ice cream an ideal candy-cookie combo.

This is a great hack if you can't decide on just one mix-in. It's also great if you feel like you're always shortchanged by how few mix-ins are in your Blizzard. On its own, a small Blizzard is around $5 to $6, but adding another topping makes it closer to $7. Of course, this price will vary depending on the size of your order, not to mention the DQ location you're ordering from.

If you want your Blizzard to taste more like a traditional hot fudge sundae (here's how to order a retro sundae at DQ), order it with a sauce or syrup. It's another optional add-on for less than a dollar, but it's worth it for the rich, gooey texture it gives your frozen treat. Choose from caramel, chocolate, fudge, strawberry, or peanut butter sauce, then experiment by matching it with your favorite mix-ins. For instance, go peanut butter wild by adding a peanut butter topping to your Reese's Blizzard or turn a Mocha Brownie Mudslide Blizzard into a choco-strawberry moment by adding strawberry sauce.

Keep in mind that if you prefer thicker soft serve, ask for the sauce on top rather than mixed throughout the Blizzard. Former DQ employees have reported that mixing syrup melts the soft serve and creates a thinner, less Blizzard-like texture. To keep it thick and frozen, request sauce or syrup drizzled on the top only. You may also be able to request sauce on the side in a separate container.

Most Blizzards come with vanilla soft serve as a base, but you can always request chocolate instead. When ordering online, all you need to do is select "Change My Soft Serve Flavor" and choose chocolate. If you're ordering in person or at the drive-thru, simply ask staff to make your Blizzard with chocolate soft serve instead. This customization gives classic Blizzard options an extra-rich flavor — especially ones that come with chocolatey toppings like the Choco Brownie Extreme.

This customization is free and works well with basically every Blizzard option. If you want your Blizzard to taste different from classic vanilla or chocolate, you can request mint flavoring. Take the Mint Oreo Blizzard, for example. It starts with a vanilla soft serve base and then blended with creme de menthe — a mint flavoring that also gives it its iconic green color. Some limited-edition menu items feature other flavors, too. The Enchanted Oreo Blizzard has ube flavoring (a purple sweet yam popular in Asian-style desserts) mixed into the traditional soft serve.

Some folks online claim that you can request a graham base at Dairy Queen. This graham cracker paste is reportedly swirled into Blizzards to give it a sweet honey-cinnamon flavor. While it may not be readily available at all DQ locations and some speculate that it might just be a seasonal offering, we do know that it's included in the Royal New York Cheesecake Blizzard along with cheesecake pieces and strawberry filling.

You may not be able to request this customization online, but you can always try asking staff about adding a graham base to your Blizzard the next time you're at the drive-thru or ordering in person. It may cost a little extra, but it sounds like it's super delicious. It's also a favorite Blizzard customization among Dairy Queen employees who've made their own secret menu concoctions. It's also been featured in seasonal flavors like S'mores Blizzards, so grab those while you can!

Last but certainly not least, add a dollop of whipped cream to the Blizzard of your choice. It's not a readily available customization online, but it can definitely be accommodated at the drive-thru window. Seasonal offerings like the Pumpkin Pie Blizzard already come with whipped topping, which makes us immediately think of the classic holiday dessert. But it's also a traditional topping for most sundaes, so it'll give your Blizzard that nostalgic touch. Plus, it's just plain delicious.

Adding whipped cream to your Blizzard may cost extra at your local Dairy Queen, so just keep that in mind when trying out this tip. Either way, it shouldn't be too much trouble for staff to add it — they should already have whipped cream cans on deck for other treats on the menu, such as shakes and malts. Whether you're going for a classic menu item or concocting your own secret menu Blizzard, whipped topping is a must.