Artisanal Ice Cream Market Report 2026

The artisanal ice cream market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $65.38 billion in 2025 to $69.19 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth of specialty food consumption, rising disposable incomes in urban areas, increasing popularity of premium desserts, expansion of artisanal food outlets, growing interest in handcrafted food products.

The artisanal ice cream market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $86.6 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for plant-based and lactose-free options, increasing focus on sustainable sourcing, expansion of experiential dining concepts, growth of direct-to-consumer dessert brands, rising adoption of innovative freezing technologies. Major trends in the forecast period include expansion of gourmet and experimental flavor profiles, rising demand for clean-label frozen desserts, growing preference for small-batch production, increased focus on local and seasonal ingredients, premiumization of dessert experiences.

The rising health consciousness is expected to drive growth in the artisanal ice cream market going forward. Health consciousness refers to an individual’s awareness and proactive approach toward maintaining and improving overall well-being. Increasing awareness of lifestyle-related diseases has prompted consumers to adopt healthier habits. Artisanal ice cream supports this trend by using natural, high-quality ingredients with fewer additives, appealing to those seeking cleaner, more wholesome indulgences. For instance, in May 2025, according to Pew Research Center, a US-based nonprofit organization, around 52% of Americans indicated that the healthiness of food is “highly important” when deciding what to eat, highlighting the shift toward health-conscious food choices. Therefore, growing health awareness is propelling the artisanal ice cream market.

Companies operating in the artisanal ice cream market are focusing on developing innovative products, such as nostalgic flavors, to cater to evolving consumer tastes and differentiate themselves in a competitive landscape. Nostalgic flavors in ice cream refer to classic or retro tastes that evoke fond memories of childhood or past experiences. For instance, in November 2024, Ice Cream Works, an India-based artisanal ice cream company, launched an exciting new range of flavors. This selection includes three distinct categories: classic, featuring nostalgic flavors such as banana and strawberry chocolate chip; premium, offering sophisticated options such as world-class strawberry and Nutella chocolate brownie; and luxury, which includes decadent flavors such as crispy coffee and hazelnut almond brittle. These innovative flavors are crafted to satisfy diverse tastes, enhancing the indulgent experience while showcasing the brand's commitment to quality and creativity.

In June 2024, Bidcorp Group, a UK-based food service company, acquired Northern Bloc Ice Cream for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition expands Bidcorp's ice cream portfolio and strengthens its presence in the retail and food service markets. Northern Bloc’s established brand and ethical approach align with Bidcorp’s vision, allowing them to leverage high-quality, natural ice cream while maintaining the company’s independent operations and personnel. Northern Bloc is a UK-based manufacturer known for its natural, premium ice cream offerings.

Major companies operating in the artisanal ice cream market are Havmor Ice Cream Private Limited, Salt & Straw LLC, Graeter's Ice Cream, Gelato & Co., Van Leeuwen Ice Cream LLC, Bi-Rite Creamery, Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams LLC, Fiasco Gelato, Molly Moon’s Homemade Ice Cream LLC, McConnell's Fine Ice Creams Inc., Ample Hills Creamery, Ice Cream Works, Boho Gelato Ltd, La Newyorkina LLC, The Saffron Ice Cream Company Inc., Coolhaus, OddFellows Ice Cream Company Inc., High Road Craft Ice Cream, Lackey's Artisan Ice Cream LLC, Peacock's Ice Cream, Toscanini’s Ice Cream Company.

North America was the largest region in the artisanal ice cream market in 2025. The regions covered in the artisanal ice cream market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the artisanal ice cream market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The artisanal ice cream market consists of sales of salted caramel swirl, honey lavender delight, sicilian pistachio cream, dark chocolate noir, bourbon pecan crunch, and strawberry balsamic bliss. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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