20 Creative Ice Cream Business Ideas
Interested to start a ice cream business but not quite sure what to start?
The good news is, there are so many opportunities to become an entrepreneur and build an innovative product/service in this line of work.
If you're looking to start your own ice cream business, there are several low-investment options you can choose from.
We put a list together below of the most profitable ice cream business ideas you can start today!
Here they are:
1. Start a consulting business ($300K/year)
Akhil Suresh Nair from Boston, MA, USA started Xena Intelligence over 2 years ago, a consulting business.
- Revenue: $25,000/ month
- Founders: 1
- Employees: 3
- Location: Boston, MA, USA
I had a couple of years of experience working for a large corporation back in India. I genuinely felt that I was just a cog in the wheel and that whatever I did had little to no impact in the real world.
We were at a crossroads at that time – filled with constant self-doubt about the career path we wanted to take. We could have easily applied for corporate jobs in the US or in India, but we chose to follow our hearts by continuing to work in our consulting business.
I reached out to a few small businesses I had developed good relationships during my corporate career and started helping them out on developing marketing strategy to scale their businesses and also to instill robust operational efficiencies in their business processes. I realized that I was able to add considerable value to their businesses and that I felt a sense of satisfaction in being able to make their lives better. I soon started consulting for over 20 small businesses in India.
2. Start a food blog ($312K/year)
Mason Woodruff from Austin, Texas started Kinda Healthy Recipes almost 6 years ago, a food blog.
- Revenue: $26,000/ month
- Founders: 1
- Employees: 1
- Location: Austin, Texas
I started the blog in 2014 while wrapping up a degree in nutrition. Instead of pursuing a postgraduate dietetic internship to become a Registered Dietitian, I started a personal training business. The blog was a side project and portfolio for freelance writing until 2017 when I decided to take the leap and work on it full time.
Perfect is the enemy of good. If I’d waited for perfection to start, I’d still be waiting.
While the blog was only making a few hundred dollars per month at that point, I’d read a ton of success stories and saw huge potential in blogging. So I quit everything else, cashed in enough savings to give myself a 6-month runway, and started publishing as much content as possible.
3. Start an ice cream cone production business
Examples of a successful ice cream cone production business:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a ice cream cone production business:
For further info, check out these books and products:
- Ice Cream And Frozen Deserts: A Commercial Guide To Production And Marketing: Malcolm Stogo
- Incredible Ice Cream: Malcolm Stogo
Learn more about starting an ice cream cone production business ➜
4. Start a vegan ice cream business
Examples of a successful vegan ice cream business:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a vegan ice cream business:
- Interview With Vegan Ice Cream Startup Nomoo On How To Launch A Vegan Business
- See How Vegan Ice Cream Is Made!
For further info, check out these books and products:
- Vegan Ice Cream: Over 90 Sinfully Delicious Dairy-Free Delights
- Vegan Ice Cream: 50 Delicious Vegan Ice Cream Recipes (Veganized Recipes Book 1)
Learn more about starting a vegan ice cream business ➜
5. Start an ice cream cookbook business
Examples of a successful ice cream cookbook business:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a ice cream cookbook business:
- How to Open an Ice Cream Shop | Advice for Small Business Owners | Restaurant Management Tips
- How To Start An Ice Cream Business
For further info, check out these books and products:
- How To Start An Ice Cream Shop: A Complete Ice Cream Shop & Gelato Parlor Business Plan
- How To Start An Ice Cream Business: Lewis & Renn
Learn more about starting an ice cream cookbook business ➜
6. Start a drive-thru ice cream and frozen yogurt business
Examples of a successful drive-thru ice cream and frozen yogurt business:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a drive-thru ice cream and frozen yogurt business:
- Friends Start Inspiring Business: College Creamery Ice Cream Truck
- Starting An Ice Cream Business (Frozen Dessert Business) 3 Minute Tips Series
For further info, check out these books and products:
- How To Start & Manage An Ice Cream Business: A Practical
- How To Start & Manage An Ice Cream Business: Lewis, Jerre
Learn more about starting a drive-thru ice cream and frozen yogurt business ➜
7. Start an ice cream producer business
Examples of a successful ice cream producer business:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a ice cream producer business:
For further info, check out these books and products:
- How To Start An Ice Cream Shop: A Complete Ice Cream Shop & Gelato Parlor Business Plan
- How To Start An Ice Cream Business: Lewis & Renn
Learn more about starting an ice cream producer business ➜
8. Start an ice cream spoon manufacturing business
Examples of a successful ice cream spoon manufacturing business:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a ice cream spoon manufacturing business:
For further info, check out these books and products:
- Ice Cream And Frozen Deserts: A Commercial Guide To Production And Marketing: Malcolm Stogo
- Italian Cooking School: Ice Cream: The Silver Spoon
Learn more about starting an ice cream spoon manufacturing business ➜
9. Start an ice cream wholesaler
Examples of a successful ice cream wholesaler:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a ice cream wholesaler:
For further info, check out these books and products:
- How To Start An Ice Cream Shop: A Complete Ice Cream Shop & Gelato Parlor Business Plan
- How To Start & Manage An Ice Cream Business: Lewis, Jerre
Learn more about starting an ice cream wholesaler ➜
10. Start a liquid nitrogen distribution business
Examples of a successful liquid nitrogen distribution business:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a liquid nitrogen distribution business:
- Small Fertilizer Factory, Nitrogen Manufacturing
- Liquid Nitrogen Ping Pong Ball Explosion - 5th Grade Class Graduation
For further info, check out these books and products:
Learn more about starting a liquid nitrogen distribution business ➜
11. Start an ice cream truck business
Examples of a successful ice cream truck business:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a ice cream truck business:
For further info, check out these books and products:
- How To Start An Ice Cream Shop: A Complete Ice Cream Shop & Gelato Parlor Business Plan
- How To Start An Ice Cream Business: Lewis & Renn
Learn more about starting an ice cream truck business ➜
12. Start an ice cream vending cart business
Examples of a successful ice cream vending cart business:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a ice cream vending cart business:
For further info, check out these books and products:
- How To Start An Ice Cream Business: Lewis & Renn
- How To Start A Vending Machine Business: A Simple Guide To
Learn more about starting an ice cream vending cart business ➜
13. Start a specialty ice cream business
Examples of a successful specialty ice cream business:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a specialty ice cream business:
For further info, check out these books and products:
- Scoop: 125 Specialty Ice Creams From The Nation S Best
- Ice Cream Recipes: Easy to Make and Healthy Ice Creams for Everyone
Learn more about starting a specialty ice cream business ➜
14. Start an ice cream supplier business
Examples of a successful ice cream supplier business:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a ice cream supplier business:
- How To Start An Ice Cream Business
- How to Open an Ice Cream Shop | Advice for Small Business Owners | Restaurant Management Tips
For further info, check out these books and products:
- How To Start An Ice Cream Shop: A Complete Ice Cream Shop & Gelato Parlor Business Plan
- How To Start An Ice Cream Business: Lewis & Renn
Learn more about starting an ice cream supplier business ➜
15. Sell ice cream cakes
Examples of a successful sell ice cream cakes:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a sell ice cream cakes:
- How To Make An Ice Cream Cake!
- How to Open an Ice Cream Shop | Advice for Small Business Owners | Restaurant Management Tips
For further info, check out these books and products:
- How To Start An Ice Cream Shop: A Complete Ice Cream Shop & Gelato Parlor Business Plan
- How To Start An Ice Cream Business: Lewis & Renn
Learn more about starting a sell ice cream cakes ➜
16. Start an ice cream distribution business
Examples of a successful ice cream distribution business:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a ice cream distribution business:
For further info, check out these books and products:
- How To Start An Ice Cream Shop: A Complete Ice Cream Shop & Gelato Parlor Business Plan
- How To Start An Ice Cream Business: Lewis & Renn
Learn more about starting an ice cream distribution business ➜
17. Start an ice cream party business
Examples of a successful ice cream party business :
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a ice cream party business :
- How to Open an Ice Cream Shop | Advice for Small Business Owners | Restaurant Management Tips
- Softy Ice Cream Making Business - Startupyo
For further info, check out these books and products:
- How To Start An Ice Cream Shop: A Complete Ice Cream Shop & Gelato Parlor Business Plan
- How To Start An Ice Cream Business: Lewis & Renn
Learn more about starting an ice cream party business ➜
18. Start an ice cream shop
Examples of a successful ice cream shop:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a ice cream shop:
- How Much It Costs To Start An Ice Cream Shop Business
- How to Open an Ice Cream Shop | Advice for Small Business Owners | Restaurant Management Tips
For further info, check out these books and products:
- How To Start And Manage A Sandwich Shop/Deli Business
- Ice Cream And Frozen Deserts: A Commercial Guide To Production And Marketing: Malcolm Stogo
Learn more about starting an ice cream shop ➜
19. Start an ice cream equipment business
Examples of a successful ice cream equipment business:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a ice cream equipment business:
- How Much It Costs To Start An Ice Cream Shop Business
- How to Open an Ice Cream Shop | Advice for Small Business Owners | Restaurant Management Tips
For further info, check out these books and products:
- How To Start An Ice Cream Shop: A Complete Ice Cream Shop & Gelato Parlor Business Plan
- How To Start An Ice Cream Business: Lewis & Renn
Learn more about starting an ice cream equipment business ➜
20. Start a prepackaged ice cream business
Examples of a successful prepackaged ice cream business:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a prepackaged ice cream business:
- Starting An Ice Cream Business (Frozen Dessert Business) 3 Minute Tips Series
- Best Business To Start Tikiz Shaved Ice And Ice Cream
For further info, check out these books and products:
- From Milk To Ice Cream (Start To Finish Books Series
- The Storage Of Packaged Ice Cream (Bulletin / Vermont
Learn more about starting a prepackaged ice cream business ➜
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