Made clear by lines of children running after the local ice cream truck and according to one particularly famous children's jingle, we all scream for ice cream. It's a proven fact. And with temperatures warming up and spring officially here, what goes better with Idaho's sunny blue skies than delicious homemade ice cream?

Sweet, melty, scooped into a cone, or blended into a shake, there's just something about this childhood favorite that appeals to everyone! Fortunately, as the country's top dairy producer, Idaho has plenty of options when it comes to this summertime treat. But one establishment seems to have honed in on something a little extra special: ice cream made by hand, locally sourced, and creatively served. Panhandle Cone & Coffee in Sandpoint is always coming up with new flavors, meaning you can keep going back all spring and summer long to find your favorite... and every day in between.

When it comes to perfect settings to enjoy a scoop (or five) of fresh ice cream, the beachy lakefront town of Sandpoint is hard to beat.

Thankfully, Panhandle Cone & Coffee knows how to curb North Idaho's sweet tooth!

Here, you'll find incredible homemade ice cream, topped with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients.

PC&C is all about community, and the commitment of this family-run shop is clear in every scoop of sweet deliciousness. Real apple pie from the Pie Hut is crumbled and churned into fresh dairy, along with housemade Ugandan vanilla extract to create an All-American classic. Creative flavors like Lemongrass and Roasted Blueberry are made using berries from local farms... even "guest scoopers" from area businesses drop by regularly!

But it's the creative digs...

And even sweeter creations that take this shop over the top.

Who doesn't enjoy a fresh-baked Askinosie Double Chocolate Cookie topped with vanilla-caramel ice cream?

Or how about Red Velvet Cake? Milk chocolate ice cream with rose infused cream cheese frosting and cognac truffles...

This was a Valentine's Day special - but PC&C doesn't stop there!

In addition to standard flavors and exciting new creations, PC&C also loves to unveil extra special and divine new creations to celebrate the seasons.

Christmas means Peppermint & White Chocolate Flecks with crushed candy canes, peppermint oil, and tempered white chocolate...or Pecan Pie & Bourbon with real pecan pie and toasted, buttered pecans drizzled with Idaho bourbon.

These aren't your boring neighborhood ice cream truck flavors!

Nope. This is ice cream all grown up.

Even when it comes in sundae form!

Pictured: An autumn Cookie Monster Sundae featuring pumpkin oatmeal cookies, pumpkin pie ice cream, fresh ground nutmeg whipped cream, and caramel sauce. And of course housemade pumpkin oatmeal cookies with toasted pecans and dried cranberries to go alongside it!

But whether enjoyed in a homemade waffle cone or scooped into a dish (and devoured with a classic wooden spoon)...

Satisfied smiles are a given.

That's what happens when sweet treat dreams are made with a little extra homemade goodness and community thrown in!

Is your sweet tooth calling? You'll find Panhandle Cone & Coffee at 216 N 1st Ave

Sandpoint, ID 83864.

Summer will be here before you know it, and what a treat to have such a fantastic local gem right in our backyard! Of course, no one is doubting that ice cream is delicious year-round, so go ahead and have a cheat day - we won't tell.