When the summer weather gets hot, sometimes the best thing to have is a way to cool down. What’s better than a sweet, ice cream treat? Milkshakes are the perfect summer snack, giving you a chance to cool down without it melting all over your hands. Check out these local hotspots for an ice cold treat.
1. Sweet Willows Creamery
2812 E Prospect Rd, York, PA | sweetwillows.com
Fine ingredients and fresh ice cream are staples at Sweet Willows Creamery. Founded in 2003, they have served ice cream and frozen yogurt to the people of York for nearly 20 years. There’s freshly made ice cream every day, including dairy free, vegan, and no sugar options. Turn any of these delicious ice creams into a frozen milkshake. Try a traditional flavor like cookies n’ cream or shake things up with the wild Maine blueberry. With so much on the menu, it’s almost impossible to pass up this ice cream shop.
2. Max’s Eatery
38 W King St, Lancaster, PA | maxseatery.com
Enjoy a milkshake with your meal at Max’s Eatery. Choose your favorite among several mixes on the menu. Max’s combines ice cream with different flavored syrups and even pieces of other desserts to make some of the most unique shakes around. But, there’s a twist—if a regular milkshake isn’t your style, consider one of their alcoholic shakes instead, which are bound to be something unforgettable. No matter your age, you’re sure to get a kick out of their sweet treats. We suggest going for a whole meal and pairing your favorite shake with a large juicy burger.
3. Half Pint Creamery
5705 Hanover Rd, Hanover, PA | 1101 Biglerville Rd, Gettysburg, PA
400 Lincoln Way E, New Oxford, PA | halfpintcreamery.com
Half Pint Creamery is an Adams County staple. Since 2013, the creamery has expanded to three locations around the area, so it’s hard to miss such a great place. Many of their ice creams are inspired by fan favorite candies and cereals like Almond Joys or Cinnamon Toast Crunch. Bring your furry friend along too and treat them to one of their pupcakes made with dog friendly ingredients.
4. Hanna’s Ice Cream Shoppe
321 Bridge St, New Cumberland, PA | hannasicecreamshoppe.com
Step into Hanna’s Ice Cream Shoppe for a blast from the past. This 1950’s style ice cream parlor is sure to satisfy that sweet tooth. You can find both hand dipped and soft serve ice cream here, perfect for your very own delectable milkshake. As you sip on your frozen refreshment, enjoy the friendly and open atmosphere that is sure to leave you smiling when you go to leave.
5. Fox Meadows Creamery
2475 W Main St, Ephrata, PA | foxmeadowscreamery.com
For a new, invigorating milkshake, stop in at Fox Meadows Creamery. You’ll find farm fresh ice cream here, along with only the best fresh, local, and natural ingredients. Spice things up, and get one of their roasted milkshakes which replaces the milk with freshly roasted espresso. It’s sure to give you a caffeine boost to get through the rest of the afternoon.
