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The global ice cream market size attained a value of USD 86.82 Billion in 2025. The industry is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.30% during the forecast period of 2026-2035. By 2035, the market is expected to reach USD 132.27 Billion.
The ice cream industry is experiencing massive growth with consumers craving bold and unconventional flavours. Constant rollout of limited-edition exotic and savoury combos keeps interest high, and drives repeat purchases. In July 2025, Kroger introduced four exclusive seasonal pints, each blending creative flavours for the summer. Innovation in global taste profiles differentiates products and appeals to adventurous consumers hungry for unique experiences. Retail freebies and social media buzz also amplify visibility, making flavour creativity a primary growth engine across formats and regions.
Ecommerce platforms and direct-to-consumer (D2C) delivery are influencing the ice cream market outlook by making premium and personalized frozen desserts more accessible. Advances in cold-chain logistics, insulated packaging, and quick-commerce apps have enabled frozen products to reach doorsteps efficiently. In April 2025, Kwality Wall’s launched The Dairy Factory, a line of slow-churned, ultra-creamy ice creams available in various flavours on quick commerce platforms. Boutique brands offer online storefronts with nationwide delivery of curated bundles or subscriptions. As consumers seek convenience, choice, and exclusivity, ecommerce is becoming a vital driver of growth and brand differentiation in the industry.
2025
Base Year
2019-2025
Historical Period
2026-2035
Forecast Period
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In the USA, ice cream makers churned out around 1.38 billion gallons of ice cream in 2022, with families positioned as the primary customers for ice cream retailers.
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The world consumes around 15 billion litres of ice cream annually.
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In 2022, the European Union produced 3.2 billion litres of ice cream, an increase of 5% over 2021.
Competitive Landscape
Key players in the ice cream market are deploying strategies that centre around innovation, partnerships, and targeted expansion to capture evolving consumer demand. Companies are increasingly focusing on flavour innovation for launching unique and indulgent offerings, such as plant-based and protein-enriched varieties. This caters to both health-conscious and experience-seeking consumers. Strategic collaborations are also on the rise with brands leveraging co-branding to merge loyal customer bases and increase visibility. Such partnerships also allow cross-category product innovation, e.g., biscuit-flavoured ice creams or digital influencer-led products.
Geographic and channel expansion is another key move. Many players are penetrating Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities in India and other emerging markets, supported by cold chain infrastructure improvements. Meanwhile, tie-ups with quick-commerce platforms ensure faster delivery and broader reach. Sustainability also plays a growing role, with eco-friendly packaging and responsible sourcing gaining consumer trust. Lastly, digital marketing and influencer campaigns are crucial to engage Gen Z and millennial audiences, driving brand loyalty and viral growth in a highly competitive landscape.
Unilever plc
Founded in 1929 and headquartered in London, Unilever is a global leader in consumer goods. With its ice cream brands showcasing innovation in sustainable packaging and plant-based offerings. Unilever also leads in responsible sourcing and low-emission cold-chain technologies, strengthening its global market influence.
General Mills, Inc.
Established in 1928 and headquartered in Minneapolis, the United States, General Mills owns popular ice cream brand Häagen-Dazs. The company emphasizes rich flavour profiles and premium ingredients and has pioneered recyclable packaging and expanded into non-dairy options. General Mills also leverages strong digital engagement and global distribution to grow its ice cream segment.
Ashby’s Ice Cream
Ashby’s Ice Cream, founded in 1984 and headquartered in Michigan, the United States, is known for crafting premium, small-batch ice creams. Renowned for bold, unique flavours, such as Michigan Pot Hole and Coconut Almond Fudge, the company focuses on quality ingredients and creative recipes, earning a loyal following across independent parlours in the United States.
Tillamook County Creamery Association
Founded in 1909 and headquartered in Tillamook, the United States, Tillamook County Creamery Association is a farmer-owned cooperative celebrated for its high-quality dairy products. Tillamook emphasizes sustainable farming practices, and community investment, positioning itself as a trusted name in premium, ethically made ice cream.
Other players in the ice cream market are Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation Limited (Amul), Turkey Hill Dairy, HP Hood, LLC, Wells Enterprises, Inc., Dairy Farmers of America, Inc., Nestlé S.A., Lotte Confectionary Co, Ltd, The Kroger Company, Meiji Holdings Co, Ltd, and Danone S.A., among others.
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In 2025, the market reached an approximate value of USD 86.82 Billion.
The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.30% between 2026 and 2035.
The market is estimated to witness healthy growth during 2026-2035 to reach around USD 132.27 Billion by 2035.
Commercially-produced vegan ice creams are produced from plant-based ingredients, such as soy, almond, coconut, or rice milk.
Key strategies driving the market include continuous flavour innovation, expanding into health-conscious and plant-based options, forming strategic brand collaborations, enhancing cold-chain logistics for wider distribution, leveraging digital marketing and influencer partnerships, and focusing on sustainable packaging and ethical sourcing to meet evolving consumer preferences and boost market growth.
The key trends propelling the market growth include rising demand for healthier ice creams, the wide availability of ice creams, and the expansion of the food service sector are driving the market growth.
The major regions in the market are North America, Latin America, the Middle East and Africa, Europe, and the Asia Pacific.
Based on sales channels, the market can be segmented into supermarkets and hypermarkets, convenience stores, ice cream parlours, hotels and restaurants, and online, among others.
The key players in the market report include Unilever plc, General Mills, Inc., Ashby's Ice Cream, Tillamook County Creamery Association, Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation Limited (Amul), Turkey Hill Dairy, HP Hood, LLC, Wells Enterprises, Inc., Dairy Farmers of America, Inc., Nestlé S.A., Lotte Confectionary Co, Ltd, The Kroger Company, Meiji Holdings Co, Ltd, and Danone S.A., among others.
Chocolate remains the most dominant segment in the market, driven by its universal appeal and versatility.
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