You’ve Never Tasted Anything Like These 10 Unique Desserts In Idaho
When you have fresh food so close at hand, it makes sense that hungry folks in the Gem State might get a little creative with their food. Store-bought is … acceptable, but nothing beats homemade, and Idahoans always like to put a little love in every bite. While there are a handful of unique desserts scattered around the state, some are more iconic and delicious than others. Here are the 10 best desserts in Idaho that you’ll want to try at least once.
Essentially a sundae combined with a trifle and smothered in every delicious sweet thing known to man and served in behemoth dishes the size of your head, "Gooeys" are a must-try for anyone who ventures to Dockside Restaurant at the Coeur d'Alene Resort. Big enough for multiple people (but why share?), there's a good reason why many stop by just to grab one.
The best way to enjoy this summertime favorite isn't in a plain ol' cone ... it's in cute, portable wrap-like rolls, topped with a dollop of whipped cream. You will find food trucks and restaurants all over the Gem State that offers this incredible sweet treat. In fact, many people consider rolled ice cream one of the best desserts in Idaho.
This absolutely divine southern-style dessert gets an Idahoan twist when prepared right and served a la mode, drizzled with berry sauce. Your world will never be the same. This particular version is found at The Fork in Boise.
This Idaho classic features chocolate and ice cream in all the right ways, beautifully arranged into our favorite state vegetable. There are a number of places to grab one, but Westside Drive-In in Boise is renowned for these handmade treats. If we had to choose one sweet treat to become Idaho's state dessert, this would be it.
No vacation is complete without sipping down a delicious, fresh huckleberry milkshake. We love our huckleberries here, and a huge number of Idahoans scour the state searching for the best huckleberry desserts -- milkshakes included. By consensus, Victor Emporium is a local and travel favorite, but Scotty's in Idaho Falls is another great stop for this Idaho treat.
What's an aebleskiver? Wikipedia calls it a "pancake puff," but that simply doesn't encompass the delicious, fluffy perfection of this Danish pastry. Spherical, poppable, and served in a variety of flavors with plenty of delicious sweet toppings for every taste, you'll love these sweet treats.
Clearly, Idahoans love ice cream, but there are a number of ways to fry it up crispy and gooey, just the way it should be -- some more traditional, and others more on the creative side.
Idaho's original candy, crafted right here in Idaho, is a retro chocolate, fudgy candy that is authentic as it is delicious. If you haven't tried one, what are you waiting for?
While not an Idaho "original," we sure do make it good! Here, we typically use tart pie cherries, but traditional sweet cherries (or a mix of both) are still common. There's a reason why we celebrate this magnificent gem at the Emmett Cherry Festival! Everyone has their favorite and you can find some incredible pie shops all over Idaho.
Idaho is known for its spectacular and rich Basque heritage, which includes the immersion of traditional Basque foods into everyday cooking. Arroz con Leche -- a local favorite featuring rice pudding, sprinkled with cinnamon -- is one dessert that everyone should try at least once! Prepared different ways depending on the family, this sweet meal finale can be cooked with red wine and served with fruit, or made simply.
What are your favorite desserts in Idaho? Do you have a favorite dessert shop that you love to visit? Let us know in the comments!
Idaho is known for some pretty tasty food items. In fact, there are a handful of iconic foods that many Idahoans crave when they leave the state. Check out our list of eight of the best foods that come from Idaho. Let us know if we left anything off of this list!
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Best desserts in Idaho
October 07, 2022
Courtnie Erickson
Where can I find the best desserts in Idaho?
Here in Idaho, we love our desserts! From ice cream to baked goods, we certainly have a sweet tooth! If you are in Boise, Idaho, you’ll want to plan a visit to Amaru Confections on Roosevelt Street. This incredible dessert shop specializes in custom desserts and sweet treats that are not only delicious, but they are also beautiful! When you stop in, we highly suggest you order a cupcake or a French macaron. The cinnamon rolls and croissants are also delicious and you won’t be able to stop at just one!
If you are located in the northern part of the state and are searching for the best desserts in Idaho, head to the Dockside Restaurant in Coeur d’Alene. This incredible restaurant is located on the lobby level of the Coeur d’Alene Resort and serves ice cream sundaes that are massive, packed with sweets, and so delicious. These aren’t your typical ice cream sundaes either. They feature all types of ice cream flavors, cookies or other baked goods, candy, whipped cream, and many other toppings. There are a handful of options on the menu and you may just want to bring multiple friends to share a single sundae — they really are that large!
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