5 Frozen Desserts From Walmart That Save Time Without Sacrificing Flavor
Items such as the Pepperidge Farm Coconut Layer Cake, Great Value Turtle Cheesecake, Poppies Frozen Mini Cream Puffs, FatBoy Birthday Cake Ice Cream Sandwich Pops, and Original Vanilla Sundae Cones from Drumstick are all worth stocking in your freezer.
Many of these frozen desserts come with multiple servings in one package, making them perfect for easy hosting.One of the best parts of the day comes right after dinner, when you've finished your meal and know what's coming next: a sweet treat.
For some, an easy dessert means a late-night ice cream run, throwing frozen cookie dough in the oven, or making a dessert bowl from a mix of available pantry snacks. However, if you're looking for something even quicker and more budget-friendly, Walmart's freezer aisles are filled with delicious options that can satisfy your sweet cravings.
From a decadent ice cream sandwich to airy cream puffs, these five frozen treasures can all be found at the largest grocery chain in the United States and are favored by loyal shoppers and dessert lovers across the internet.
Frozen cakes are perfect for easy entertaining. They just need to be thawed before serving, and they last longer in the freezer than fresh cakes do in the fridge.
If you love coconut-flavored desserts, the Pepperidge Farm Frozen Coconut Layer Cake features three layers of moist cake with creamy, coconut-flavored frosting sandwiched in between, topped with additional sweet white frosting and coconut shavings. According to reviews on Instacart, the moist and fluffy cake 'feels homemade,' while 'the coconut flavor is rich without being overpowering.' One customer calls this the 'best budget-friendly birthday cake,' and explains, 'Even my family members who don't like coconut/coconut flavor will totally eat this cake.'
This Frozen Coconut Layer Cake hails from wholesale bakery giant Pepperidge Farm and serves eight people for just $4.52 at Walmart, although the exact price may vary depending on location.
With the widely loved combination of pecans, chocolate, and caramel, turtle-flavored treats are perfect for people with a serious sweet tooth.
Each box of Great Value Turtle Cheesecake from Walmart's in-house brand costs $2.97 and includes 'New York-style cheesecake baked on a honey graham crust and topped with caramel, pecans, and chocolate chips.'
The frozen dessert requires 24 hours to thaw, so you'll need to plan a bit ahead to enjoy this sweet treat, but it's definitely worth it. With two slices per box, the cheesecake makes for a delicious ending to date night, or you can save it all for yourself.
Cream puffs filled with either custard or ice cream are the kind of pastry you might expect to find only in a French patisserie. (Although I grew up enjoying them at bakeries in Turkey, where they're often topped with a rich chocolate sauce or ganache.)
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However, if you don't have a patisserie nearby or want to enjoy these light pastries on a budget, the Poppies Frozen Mini Cream Puffs from Walmart are a wonderful way to savor them at home. Each package contains about 40 cream puffs, and these choux pastry pockets are filled with a "vanilla dairy cream."
If you really want to elevate your dessert, consider pouring warm chocolate sauce over the treats for a finishing touch. While these may not match the quality of freshly baked cream puffs from a French bakery, they certainly serve as a great freezer alternative for when that patisserie craving strikes.
If you enjoy ice cream sandwiches and cake pops, this could be the perfect combination of both. The FatBoy Birthday Cake Ice Cream Sandwich Pop features a birthday cake-flavored ice cream sandwich, dipped in white frosting and coated with party sprinkles on the outside for a colorful crunch — all served on a stick.
A box of these birthday cake-flavored frozen pops is priced at $4.76 and includes four ice cream sandwiches per package. Most reviews on the Walmart website praise these festive, chilled treats as delicious, although they also note that the sprinkles can be somewhat messy. One reviewer says, "I don't really care for sweets, but I got these for my kids. I tried them and ended up eating most of them lol. If you love [birthday-flavored] anything, you will love these."
Drumstick's Original Vanilla Sundae Cones have been a beloved frozen dessert since 1928, featuring a classic combination of a waffle cone, chocolate-dipped vanilla ice cream, and roasted peanuts on top. If you're looking for a taste of nostalgia, just grab a box of these from your nearest Walmart. One customer describes the ice cream truck staple, saying, 'Absolutely love this product. It takes me back to my childhood. I still love eating it, can't ever get enough.'
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A box of The Original Vanilla Sundae Cones contains eight sundae cones and is priced at approximately $6.86 at Walmart. While the vanilla flavor is a timeless classic for this beloved brand, you can also find other varieties like the Chocolate Cookie-Dipped Sundae Cones or Banana Split Sundae Cones at the major retailer.
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