There’s no more quintessentially summer treat than ice cream, whether you make it yourself or just tuck into a pint of Chunky Monkey while cooling off in front of an open freezer. Here you’ll find brilliant ways to serve ice cream, delectable from-scratch recipes, plus buying guides and serving tips. All topped off with a cherry.

Ice Cream Desserts:

• Pistachio Peach Sundaes in Phyllo Cups
• Triple Chocolate Ice Cream Pie
• Coffee Ice Cream with Sour Cream Ganache & Toffee Chips
• Ice Cream Sandwiches
• Triple Strawberry Sundaes
• Double-Chocolate Malted Milk Shake
• Vanilla Ice Cream with Espresso-Caramel Sauce
• Profiteroles

Make Your Own Ice Cream:

• Tips for Perfect Homemade Ice Cream
• Blueberry Ice Cream
• Vanilla Ice Cream
• Coffee Ice Cream with Espresso Brittle Swirl
• Milk Chocolate Ice Cream
• Ginger Ice Cream
• Butterscotch Crunch Ice Cream
• Fig & Anise Ice Cream
• Ginger-Spice Ice Cream

Top It Off:

• Ganache Hot Fudge Sauce
• Fresh Raspberry Sauce
• Caramel Sauce
• Bittersweet Chocolate Rum Sauce
• Butterscotch Sauce
• Rustic Blueberry Sauce with Cassis
• Strawberry Whipped Cream
• Chocolate Whipped Cream
• Caramel Squiggles

Extra Scoops:

• Equipment Review: Ice Cream Scoops
• Tasting Panel: Chocolate Ice Cream
• Video: How to Shape Quenelles
• Ice Cream Makers: What to Look For
• The Secrets to Smooth, Rich Homemade Ice Cream
• Artisan Foods: Handmade Ice Cream…and cones, too