The Best Ways to Serve Ice Cream at Your Wedding
Haven't you heard? Ice cream and cake make a perfect pair—especially when there's wedding cake. We looked to some beautiful real weddings to uncover the best ice cream–serving inspiration. From waiters passing cones, to throw-back ice cream carts, there are so many ways to get creative with this refreshing dessert.
On a Serving Tray
Don't limit your passed bites to appetizers—get some dessert in on the action. Not only is it convenient for guests to snag a treat while the attendants are making rounds through the reception, but it keeps energy levels up even toward the end of the night.
From: A Brighton Ski Resort Wedding in Brighton, Utah
On a Sundae Bar
A sundae bar guarantees there will be something for everyone. Opt for the traditional toppings like candies and cookie crumbs, but if you really want to impress, set out a few unexpected options like candied bacon, nut brittle or champagne-soaked strawberries.
From: An At-Home Destination Wedding in Lima, Peru
As a Cookie Sandwich
Not only are ice cream sandwiches a total crowd-pleaser, they're a great treat to source locally. Reach out to your favorite neighborhood baker for a few batches of different types of cookies, and a corner-store creamery for a few flavors of ice cream. Then let guests customize their own cookie sandwich!
From: A Green Building Wedding in Brooklyn, New York
In a Self-Serve Cart
That's right, go old school. Load up one of these old-fashioned carts with a few different selections of ice cream favorites (think: chocolate eclairs, Screwballs and ice pops). Guests can choose exactly what they like without the need of an attendant to man the station.
From: A Relaxed Elegant Wedding in Windsor, Ohio
As a Retro Milk Shake
What's more fun than a retro strawberry milk shake or an overflowing root beer float? Even better—when they're served in old-fashioned milk bottles with festive straws. Bonus: Guests can sip these sweet treats with one hand.
In Your Cocktails
Don't worry—we didn't forget about the booze. Jazz up your signature sip with a refreshing scoop of sorbet for a unique and delicious cocktail hour treat. Garnish with a sprig of mint and you'll have a show-stopping refreshment.
From: A Classic Ballroom at Intercontinental Cleveland in Cleveland, Ohio
Nestled in Cake
Okay, we know we already showed ice cream cones being passed on a tray, but this hack is genius. If you can't find serving trays that fit the shape of your cones, sculpt one out of cake.
From: A Classy, Romantic Wedding at Four Seasons Hotel in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania