I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream!

But, not just any ice cream, oh no... We want the good stuff.

And it turns out we have some national award-winning ice cream right here in Mid-Michigan's backyard.

East Lansing, Michigan is Home to the Best Ice Cream in America

Recently, "MSU Dairy Store was named the Grand Champion of the American Dairy Science Association's 2025 Ice Cream Competition!

MSU Dairy Store, located on Michigan State University's Campus in East Lansing, Michigan.
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The MSU Dairy Store made the announcement recently on their Facebook page.

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Now, while the MSU Dairy Store has a plethora of campus-made products available for purchase, they are perhaps most well known for their delicious selection of house-made ice cream.

A list of ice cream flavors served at the MSU Dairy Store, along with descriptions of each of the flavors.
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I know firsthand how delicious this ice cream is, as do many Michiganders. But now it's recognized nationwide!

Plus, the ice creams all have funny, clever names that have something to do with MSU, college sports, coaches, and the like.

Meet the Award-Winning Flavors

If you want to try the flavors that helped secure this prestigious award, they took first place in two categories with these two flavors:

  • Spartan Swirl - "Cake batter ice cream with cake pieces and a green frosting swirl"
  • Beaumont Brownie Bliss - "Salted caramel ice cream with fudge swirl and brownie pieces"

(Courtesy of MSU Dairy Store via Facebook)

Visiting the MSU Dairy Store in the summer-time is practically a tradition for those who live in East Lansing and Lansing.

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And if grabbing a cone from a local place is on your summer bucket list, this would be the perfect place to check it off. Heck, this ice cream is recognized as being the best in all the nation... it's worth a road trip.

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Dairy-Free/Vegan Ice Cream in the Greater Lansing Area

When you're lactose intolerant, vegan or just choosing to live dairy-free, it can be a struggle navigating a bustling food scene like Lansing's. It's especially harder to enjoy sweet treats like ice cream which is why more and more spots are offering non-dairy options!

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Michiganders share their favorite ice cream shops from around the state.
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