The Best Oat Milk Ice Cream: From Ben & Jerry’s to Oatly

It started with the latte. Then it made its way to yogurt. Coffee creamers were next. And then, oat milk took over the ice cream aisle. Oatly popularized the trend of oat-based ice cream in the US, but other brands—both vegan and dairy-based—soon followed suit.

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It’s no surprise that this creamy, neutral-tasting beverage lends itself remarkably well to frozen desserts where it is churned into every flavor of ice cream imaginable—from simple strawberry to pints reminiscent of Willy Wonka’s Scrumdiddlyumptious bar. If you’re looking for an oat milk-based ice cream, we reveal our 10 favorite brands below.

What is oat milk ice cream?

While a lot of ice cream is made with cow’s milk or cream, oat milk ice cream is totally dairy-free, and made with, you guessed it, oat milk. It also usually contains sugar, as well as coconut oil, stabilizers, and other ingredients like caramel or fruit, depending on the flavor of the ice cream.

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Where to buy oat milk ice cream

The vegan ice cream market is experiencing rapid growth. In 2025, the global industry was valued at more than $732 million, according to Global Market Insights. By 2034, the plant-based ice cream sector is estimated to hit a value of $1.1 billion. This means that more and more brands and flavors will be appearing on grocery store shelves.

Vegan oat milk ice cream to buy this summer

If you’ve got a craving, here are some of the best brands (listed in no particular order) to check out for some delicious frozen oaty goodness.

Ben & Jerry’s

1Ben & Jerry’s

When these ice cream gurus first launched their line of non-dairy flavors, they relied on almond milk to recreate their over-the-top, creamy flavors. After a bit of innovation, Ben & Jerry’s rolled out new non-dairy flavors made with sunflower butter. But in 2024, the brand innovated once more, and went all in on oat. Strawberry Cheezecake debuted as the brand’s first oat milk flavor. Today, all 16 of Ben & Jerry’s vegan pints are made with oat milk. For the full low down on all of Ben & Jerry’s non-dairy flavors, check out our ranking here. 
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Oatly

2 Oatly

Perhaps the purest form of oat-based ice cream, Oatly’s flavors are tame but magnificent in their simplicity. The strawberry is exactly what strawberry ice cream should be—sweet, creamy, and refreshing while steering clear of healthy-tasting sorbet territory. The brand also makes Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Mint Chip, Coffee, Fudge Brownie, and more.
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So Delicious

3 So Delicious

This long-standing vegan brand was churning out oat milk ice cream before Oatly’s frozen treats landed in the US. While So Delicious’ cashew-based flavors elicited fervent loyalty, the newer oat-based options have garnered an equally devout following. Currently, the brand offers two oat milk pints—Chocolate Salted Caramel and S’mores—and both are guaranteed crowd pleasers. 
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Van Leeuwen

4 Van Leeuwen

For a dairy-based ice cream company, Van Leeuwen has an abundance of vegan options. The brand uses several bases for its non-dairy flavors, but oat milk options include Vegan Oat Brown Sugar Chunk, Vegan Oat Choc Chip Cookie Dough, and Vegan Oat Chocolate Cookie Dough Honeycomb. Find these options in scoop shops, online, or at your local grocery store.
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Breyers

5Breyers

Breyers’ line of non-dairy, oat milk ice cream is too good to pass up. The consistency is dense in the best possible way, making for a delightfully creamy bite that melts slowly on your tongue. Oaty flavors are limited to Non-Dairy Vanilla, Non-Dairy Cookies & Crème, and Non-Dairy Chocolate—all perfect for topping your favorite summer desserts. 
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McConnell’s

6 McConnell’s

This Santa Barbara, CA-based dairy company debuted a line of non-dairy pints back in the spring of 2018, but the five flavors were quietly discontinued. Luckily, McConnell’s is back in the plant-based market with its second attempt at dairy-free frozen dessert, switching from a pea protein base to an oat milk base. McConnell’s now offers two dairy-free flavors: Cookies and Cream and Dark Chocolate Sorbet, but only the former is made with the oat milk base. We must admit, we really miss that Dairy-Free Eureka Lemon & Marionberries (now only available in cow’s milk form).

GoodPop

7 GoodPop

Most of us can’t sit down to a pint of ice cream every night, but a popsicle? That’s always fair game. In addition to its classic fruity popsicles, GoodPop offers creamy vegan popsicles made with an oat milk base. Choose from delights like Fudge n’ Vanilla Crunch and Mint n’ Fudge Chip. For even more fun, the brand offers Mickey Mouse-shaped Fudge n’ Vanilla pops and cookie ice cream sandwiches—all made with creamy oat milk. 
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Urban Dessert Lab

8Urban Dessert Lab

West Hollywood, CA-based Urban Dessert Lab has developed a cult following for its decadent vegan ice cream and mouthwatering creations. Naturally, we flipped when we learned this company ships its decadent ice cream nationwide. Finally, you can try the luscious ice cream from anywhere in the nation. The shop carries a more extensive list of options (including crunchy, salty, chewy, and sweet toppings), but those who order online can get in on the fun with the Design-Your-Sundae Kit. Flavor options include Cookies and Cream and Strawberry Shortcake.

Trader Joe’s

9 Trader Joe’s

It’s common knowledge that Trader Joe’s rotates its offerings. While the cult-favorite grocer once offered dairy-free vanilla pints made with oat milk, these scoops are not available at the time of writing. Fans of oat milk ice cream, however, can still indulge with the chain’s Oat Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert Sandwiches. Decadent oat milk ice cream between two chocolatey wafers? Yes, please!

10365 Whole Foods Market

Whole Foods offers a wide range of vegan products under its 365 store brand—ice cream included. To make its dairy-free pints, the grocery store chain relies on oat milk. Customers would be remiss to overlook these store brand offerings. Flavors range from classics like Homestyle Vanilla and Mint Chocolate Chip to the more creative Mango Chantilly Cake, Oatmeal Crème Cookie, and Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Swirl.
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