25 frozen treats

Who doesn't love a frozen treat on a hot day? From healthy frozen yogurt to seriously indulgent sundaes, plus ice cream and homemade ice lollies, we've rounded up our favourite frozen treats...

Frozen yogurt

Who doesn't love a frozen treat on a hot day? From healthy frozen yogurt to seriously indulgent sundaes, plus ice cream and homemade ice lollies, we've rounded up our favourite frozen treats...

Who doesn't love a frozen treat on a hot day? From healthy fro-yo to seriously indulgent sundaes, we've rounded up our favourite frozen treats.

When you've got friends and family coming over for a summer gathering, don't slave over a hot pudding - make one of our frozen desserts like ice cream cake, parfait or even a chilled tiramisu, instead. Planning a morning in the kitchen with the kids? Why not make lollies, frozen yogurt or even fruits-on-a-stick together? Healthy and delicious - as well as fun to make.

If you're an ice cream or lolly fan, you're going to love our collection of frozen treats. Scroll through to see them all...First on the list is this easy lemon ice cream cake. Cake AND ice cream in one dessert - what's not too love? This heavenly pud has a crumbly biscuit base and a lemony top. Make it ahead of time.

Get the recipe: Lemon ice-cream cake

Frozen yogurt

Frozen yogurt is lower in cals, fat and sugar than most ice creams, plus the probiotics in natural yogurt make it really good for you. Learn how to make your own with our handy recipe for strawberry fro-yo.

Get the recipe: Frozen yogurt

Chocolate raspberry and vanilla ice box cake

Chocolate raspberry and vanilla ice box cake

This cake has certainly got the 'wow' factor. Made with raspberry, chocolate and vanilla ice cream, this ice box cake is sure to impress your friends and family in the summer months.

Get the recipe: Chocolate raspberry and vanilla ice box cake

Chocolate and coconut ice cream sandwiches

Chocolate and coconut ice cream sandwiches

Got some chocolate biscuits? Got some ice cream? Then you're ready to make an ice cream sarnie. Make this ultra-easy dessert fancy enough for dinner with friends by sprinkling coconut over the top.

Get the recipe: Chocolate and coconut ice cream sandwiches

Banana and yogurt ice pops

Banana and yogurt ice pops

Our mummy blogger Anneliese created these delicious banana pops and they've been a big hit with goodtoknow users! You don't even need lolly makers, just little yogurt pots and lolly sticks.

Get the recipe: Banana and yogurt ice pops

Chocolate-covered ice cream balls

Chocolate-covered ice cream balls

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These chocolates conceal a hidden ice cream centre. Serve them up at your next family party - everyone will love them, and they're easier to make than you might think.

Get the recipe: Chocolate-covered ice cream balls

Cherry ice lollies

Cherry ice lollies

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Making lollies with the kids is an ideal school holiday activity - it's cheap, fun and you don't have to go anywhere further than the garden to eat them! Our cherry lollies make the most of the summer fruit.

Get the recipe: Cherry ice lollies

Forest fruits parfait

Forest fruits parfait

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Parfaits are an elegant ice cream dessert which you chill in a tin so you can cut it into neat slices. They're also ideal for making ahead of time, so make our forest fruits parfait the night before you have friends over.

Get the recipe: Forest fruits parfait

Coffee pavlovas

Coffee pavlovas

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This elegant pud is perfect for family gatherings and special meals together. Serve scoops of homemade coffee ice cream on top of individual pavlovas. (Or you can cheat and use meringue nests and bought ice cream - we won't tell!)

Get the recipe: Coffee meringue with chocolate Espresso ice

Tropical fruit rockets

Tropical fruit rockets

This has to be the healthiest frozen treat going - fruit on sticks! These tropical fruit rockets are made with different types of melon but you could also try grapes or mango chunks.

Get the recipe: Tropical fruit rockets

Milky strawberry lollies

Milky strawberry lollies

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We love milky lollies - they're almost like ice cream but not quite as naughty. Try making your own - all you need is yogurt, strawberries and lolly moulds.

Get the recipe: Milky strawberry lollies

Fruity cubes

Fruity cubes

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Puree ripe fruits in a food processor and add a little icing sugar before spooning them into ice cube trays to make this simple frozen treat.

Get the recipe: Fruity cubes

Lime granita

Lime granita

This zesty iced treat is the ideal way to finish a heavy meal on a lighter note. You only need three ingredients to make this lovely Italian dessert of sweet ice crystals.

Get the recipe: Lime granita

Watermelon and lime lollies

Watermelon and lime lollies

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Sweet watermelon and tart lime make a winning flavour combination. They're a little tricker than some lolly recipes so if you're making them with the kids, you can make the sugar syrup and get them to help straining the fruit pulp and pouring it into the lolly moulds.

Get the recipe: Watermelon and lime lollies

Banana split with chocolate coconut sauce

Banana split with chocolate coconut sauce

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Blast from the past! We've given this retro pud a contemporary spin by pairing it with a rich chocolate and coconut sauce.

Get the recipe: Banana split with chocolate coconut sauce

Lemon sorbet

Lemon sorbet

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A restaurant classic that's easy to make at home. Our recipe shows you how to make it without the need for an ice cream maker.

Get the recipe: Lemon sorbet

Where to next?

More ice lollies

More ice cream recipes

No-bake desserts

Coconut and rum ice pops

Coconut and rum ice pops

The ice lollies are for adults-only!

Fun, fruity and with a delicious kick of rum.

Get the recipe: here

Frozen Eton mess

Frozen Eton mess

This twist on a classic British dessert is sure to impress your guests!

Get the recipe: here

Oreo ice cream sandwiches

Oreo ice cream sandwiches

The kids are going to LOVE the ice cream version of the popular Oreo biscuit.

Get the recipe: here

Quick chocolate mini cones

Quick chocolate mini cones

Quick and easy - these clever little cones will keep everyone happy and you don't need an ice cream machine!

Get the recipe: here

Salted caramel pops

Salted caramel pops

These are perfect for those with a sweet tooth...

Our salted caramel pops are so simple to make and take just 30 minutes prep...

Get the recipe: here

Campari and strawberry sorbet

Campari and strawberry sorbet

Another boozy dessert for the grown-ups!

This Campari and strawberry sorbet is super refreshing and dangerously moreish...

Get the recipe: here

Tiramisu ice cream cake

Bill Granger's tiramisu ice cream cake

Celeb chef Bill Granger is known for his simple but delicious recipes. We love his idea for a cheat's tiramisu which layers up vanilla ice cream with sponge fingers, dark chocolate, coffee and Kahlua.

Get the recipe: Bill Granger's tiramisu ice cream cake

Banoffee sundae with caramel

Banoffee sundae with caramel

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This naughty sundae is definitely one for special occasions rather than every day. Phil's riff on banoffee pie features ice cream, caramel sauce, bananas, nuts, biscuit bits AND cream.

Get the recipe: Banoffee sundae with caramel

Chunky monkey parfait

Bill Granger's chunky monkey parfait

The only word for this dessert is... wow! Scoops of choc-chip, peanut butter and praline ice cream are served up with - wait for it - pretzel pieces, peanut butter cups, peanuts, marshmallows and chocolate fudge sauce. One for special occasions!

Get the recipe: Chunky monkey parfait