You know that feeling when your favorite cartoon was on, and you were trying to balance a melting scoop in one hand while not missing a single scene? Yeah, exactly that, the kind of energy we want to bottle up when we start planning our dessert party. But with better lighting. And cooler people.

This blog is packed with easy-to-set-up games, quick tips, and ways to turn ice cream flavors into your main event. Whether it’s a birthday, a summer night, or no occasion at all, these dessert party games will give you and your guests plenty of reasons to laugh way too hard over a melted mess.

Let’s turn up the fun and let ice cream flavors take the spotlight. 

 

Party Prep: Tools, Tastes, Timing

 

Before the first question is asked or the first scoop is guessed, you’ll want a solid setup. Keep it simple but fun. Here’s your checklist to stay low on stress but high on vibe.

• A few pints of assorted ice cream (labels hidden)

• Tasting spoons (keep extras for the seconds)

• Napkins (lots of ‘em)

• Blindfolds (+1, if they are themed)

• Scorecards and something to write with

• Something to clear the palate (Water, cucumber slices, or even a pretzel works)

Now, for the ice cream flavors:

Go with a classic (vanilla or mint chip), something exotic (rose cardamom), and a curveball no one sees coming (jalapeño mango).

Pro tip: Scoop everything ahead of time, stash it in the freezer, and thank yourself later.

 

The Playlist: Five Ice Cream Showdowns

 

Now we are getting to the good stuff, and the real fun begins from here. Each of these games brings out the sweet tooth and silly side, just like your ice cream flavor. Just set a timer, 10 minutes max per round, to keep the scoops cold and the energy heated.

 

Game 1: Ice Cream Trivia Face-Off

 

Call it an IQ test for the taste buds. Break into teams or pairs, set the buzzer (or just use the loudest member), and throw a list of ice-cream-themed questions. You can keep it simple or go deep; it’s your dessert party. Think, “what was the original name of cookies and cream?” or “which state has the most ice cream shops per capita?”
Whoever wins gets bragging rights and first dibs on the good toppings

 

Game 2: Guess the Flavor

 

You are putting the tastebuds to the test here. Everyone gets three unlabeled mini scoops. The challenge is to guess the flavor with nothing but your taste buds; this is where the blindfold comes in the picture. Also, don’t forget the palate cleansers. The ones with bold palates get rewarded at the end (Now, you have a reason to add weird flavors.)

 

Game 3: Flavor Pictionary

 

Every team gets one flavor, one marker, and 60 seconds to turn dessert into doodles. Score by speed or hilarity. Or declare the winner based on the most absurd wrong guess. Who knew guessing “strawberry shortcake” could feel like a win?

 

Game 4: Sundae Speed Build

 

Turn dessert into a race. Give each player the same base (like a mini Cool Jacks sandwich or scoop), and set out identical toppings. Players have 60 seconds to build their best-looking (or most chaotic) sundae.

Judging can be based on speed, creativity, or sheer messiness. Bonus points for the most outrageous combo that still tastes good.

 

Game 5: Ice Cream Cone Stack-Off

 

 

Put those steady hands to the test. Players race to stack as many mini scoops as they can on a single cone without it toppling over. No holding the scoops, just pure balance and speed. It's Jenga meets dessert.

The one with the tallest (and still standing) cone wins. Bonus points if they manage to eat it 

 

Sweet Victory & Take‑Home Tips

 

No party’s complete without a little glory. Hand out custom “Scoop Champ” spoons, surprise top tasters with Cool Jacks mini pints, and give everyone a fun title, even if it’s “Most Dramatic Brain Freeze.” Don’t forget to document the chaos: the blindfolded bites, the wild guesses, the uncontrollable laughter. Snap photos and videos to relive the best moments or share them with friends later.

Pro Tip: Pre-slice your ice cream sandwiches into quarters for easy sampling, keep napkins on hand, and chill any toppings that melt quickly to avoid dessert disasters and sticky fingers.

 

Bring Cool Jacks to Your Next Bash

 

Ready to take your dessert game to the next level? Cool Jacks makes it easy to turn any party into a full-on flavor experience. Whether you're hosting a birthday, game night, or office celebration, our ice cream sandwiches and creative pairings guarantee smiles (and second servings). With unique combos, crowd-friendly formats, and that perfect mix of nostalgia and fun, it’s more than dessert, it’s a party.

Want to make it even sweeter? Let us cater your next event or stock up on mini pints for your own sundae showdown.

Start planning your Cool Jacks moment today.