The results are in: America loves ice cream

DALLAS (KDAF) — It’s National Ice Cream Month, and the National Frozen & Refrigerated Food Association (NFRA) is here to spill the sprinkles on America’s ice cream love affair. Their latest survey reveals that when it comes to summer, we practically can’t live without our favorite frozen treat.

A Timeless Treat

– 71% of adults want their ice cream au naturel—simple, natural ingredients only!

– 68% get all nostalgic when they hear the sweet jingle of an ice cream truck.

An Inside Scoop on Consumer Preferences

– 72% believe a summer meal isn’t complete without a scoop (or three) of ice cream.

– 56% are ready to spend extra cash for eco-friendly packaging. Saving the planet, one cone at a time!

– 67% of Gen Z and millennials are all about sustainability.

Classic and Experimental Flavors

– 70% love to spice things up by trying new and unconventional flavors.

– 80%+ of Gen Z, millennials, and Gen X are flavor adventurers, always on the hunt for the next big scoop.

American Preferences for Ice Cream

– 75% of adults consider ice cream their ultimate indulgence.

– 59% prefer to stock up on ice cream from the grocery store.

– 58% think there’s no place like home for enjoying their frosty favorites.

If you find yourself relating to the survey, then celebrate National Ice Cream Month with NFRA’s Summer Favorites Ice Cream & Novelties promotion! From May 28 to Aug. 5, enter at EasyHomeMeals.com for a chance to win a year’s supply of ice cream. No purchase necessary. Explore new brands and flavors in your local frozen food aisle and make this summer the coolest one yet!

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