5 New York Dairy Farm-Made Ice Cream Shops Just Released Their Fall Flavors
As the leaves change color and the air turns crisp, there's no better way to celebrate the season than with some fall-inspired ice cream. Across New York State, these five dairy farm ice cream shops are serving up inventive and delicious flavors that capture the essence of autumn. From pumpkin spice to apple pie, each shop offers something special to satisfy your seasonal cravings.
1. Shtayburne Farm Creamery (Rock Stream, NY)
Shtayburne Farm Creamery welcomes fall with a tempting lineup of seasonal flavors. Their Butter Pecan and Maple Walnut ice creams offer rich, nutty notes, while their Pumpkin Spice captures the essence of autumn. For those longing for a bit of summer nostalgia, the Peach Cobbler ice cream delivers a sweet reminder of warmer days. If you're feeling adventurous, Shtayburne's ice cream flights are a must-try. You can sample 4, 8, or 12 different flavors, making it the perfect way to explore all their rich and unique offerings. And if you catch yourself craving a savory treat, they also offer cheese flights. Before you go, don;t forget to grab a milkshake or seasonal drink for the road, made fresh with their house-made ice cream. At Shtayburne, you'll be enjoying ice cream made from milk that reflects generations of dairy farming expertise, bringing fresh, high-quality flavors straight from the farm to you.
2. Kings Brother Dairy (Schuylerville, NY)
Kings Brother Dairy adds some spooky fun to fall with their Halloween-themed ice creams and festive sundaes. Flavors like Cookies & Scream, Trick-or-Treat, and Just Take My Pumpkin offer playful twists on classic fall treats. For a taste of autumn, try their Caramel Apple Pie or Pumpkin Cheesecake Latte flavors, or create your own ice cream flight to sample all the seasonal offerings. Don't forget to indulge in their over-the-top sundaes like the Pump-King sundae, topped with marshmallow sauce, graham crackers, whipped cream, and a cherry. The Apple Crisp and Fireside S'mores sundaes are perfect for those craving cozy fall flavors. With over 80 rotating homemade hard ice cream flavors, soft serve, milkshakes, waffle cones, and ice cream cakes, this full-service, on-farm parlor is a dairy lover's dream. Kings Brother Dairy, a family-run farm for more than 100 years, produces fresh, farm-to-table milk, making every scoop a testament to their deep-rooted dedication to quality and community.
3. Stewart's Shops (Saratoga Springs, NY)
Stewart's Shops is the perfect stop for those seeking fall-inspired ice cream made with local, farm-fresh milk. Their Pumpkin Pie ice cream, with real graham cracker pie crust pieces mixed in, offers a true taste of the season. For another autumn treat, their Apple Pie ice cream serves up the classic flavors of an all-time favorite dessert. If you're looking for something extra indulgent, their Pumpkin to Talk About flavor combines pumpkin-flavored ice cream with a cheesecake swirl and crispy churro pieces. Stewart's also features seasonal milkshakes like the Pumpkin Pie and Apple Orchard, perfect for sipping on a chilly autumn afternoon. With milk sourced from 19 local family farms, Stewart's prides itself on delivering the freshest dairy products straight from the farm to your cone, maintaining high standards of quality. Since 1945, this locally beloved farm has been bringing a taste of New York's dairy farms to customers, ensuring every ice cream scoop reflects their commitment to high-quality ingredients.
4. Zoe's Ice Cream Barn (Lagrangeville, NY)
At Zoe's Ice Cream Barn, fall flavors are offered in many styles from ice cream scoops to sundaes. The Cider Donut Sundae pairs a homemade cider donut with smooth vanilla ice cream, caramel, and whipped cream, while the Apple Crisp sundae brings warm apple crisp and a sprinkle of cinnamon together with their farm-fresh vanilla ice cream. For something lighter, the Apple Cider Float combines any ice cream flavor with their sweet homemade apple cider. And for a bit of Halloween fun, the Graveyard Sundae offers a playful mix of chocolate ice cream, fudge, gummy worms, and "dirt." Don't forget to try the Apple Cider Donut milkshake, a seasonal favorite that's perfect for sipping on a crisp day. Zoe's "Cow to Cone" approach means every batch of ice cream is made fresh in just three days, ensuring unbeatable flavor and quality. Zoe's prides itself on using locally sourced ingredients and creating a family-friendly destination where visitors can watch the ice cream being made and learn about the farm-to-table process.
5. Del's Farmhouse Creamery (Rhinebeck & Kinderhook, New York)
Del's Farmhouse Creamery brings a creative twist to fall with their Pumpkin Chip ice cream, a spiced pumpkin flavor mixed with dark chocolate flakes, offering a perfect balance of spice and richness. For something truly unique, try their Sweet Corn Blueberry flavor, where sweet cream is infused with fresh yellow corn and swirled with blueberry jam, creating a delightful combination of savory and sweet. Alongside these inventive flavors, Del's offers a wide variety of ice cream, food, and beverages (including boozy shakes!) with several vegan and gluten-free choices, ensuring there's something for everyone. Located in Rhinebeck and Kinderhook, Del's is not just about great ice cream, they offer a welcoming atmosphere where you can enjoy live music or play some cornhole. With milk from happy, healthy cows on their 300-acre farm, Del's provides fresh, high-quality ice cream, and with pints sold in nearly 100 shops across New York, you can enjoy Del's delicious flavors at home anytime.
Whether you're in the mood for pumpkin, apple, or something entirely new, these five New York dairy farms have you covered. Their fall ice cream flavors are sure to make any day feel a little cozier and a lot sweeter. As autumn settles in, don't miss out on the chance to enjoy these limited-time ice cream treats. Stop by one of these dairy farms before their fall flavors are gone.