The Scoop: 10 Mississauga Ice Cream & Dessert Spots

Dairy Cream is a beloved local treasure that has been tantalizing the taste buds of Mississauga residents for more than 60 years, and is an absolute must-visit destination for ice cream and funnel cake aficionados alike. With a wide variety of creamy soft-serve ice cream flavors and an array of scrumptious toppings to choose from, Dairy Cream offers a delightful experience that will leave you craving more.

Murphy's Ice Cream Parlour is a beloved institution in Streetsville, serving up frozen treats for over four decades and earning its right as a staple in the community. With a vast array of cones, toppings, and flavours available, Murphy's has something for everyone, making it a go-to spot for discerning ice cream fans.

If you're looking for a unique dessert experience, head to Snowies Bingsu, where they specialize in Korean shaved ice treats called bingsu. Their menu boasts a variety of delicious flavors such as Oreo, green tea, and mango, all crafted to perfection. And if you're not in the mood for a cold treat, they also offer hot drinks and Korean-style sandwiches to satisfy your hunger.

Pinochi Ice Cream is a family-owned and operated ice cream shop offering handmade Arabic ice cream. There’s also crepes, baklava, harese (an Arabic cake dessert), waffles and fruit cocktails. If you’re looking to try something new or indulge in Arabic desserts, this is the place to be. 

Located in Square One Shopping Centre, Sweet Jesus is a cult favorite ice cream chain renowned for its extravagant desserts. Their "Kraken" creation, comprising of a blue waffle cone topped with raspberry sauce, cotton candy, and blue sugar, is a visual masterpiece. "Hella Nutella," a chocolate waffle cone filled with Nutella soft serve, is also worth the trip.

This Asian-inspired dessert shop is situated in the heart of Mississauga and is famous for its range of sweets, including bubble waffles, shaved ice, and crepes. The "Mango Crush Snowflake," a bed of shaved ice topped with fresh mango chunks, mango syrup, and condensed milk, is a must-try. 

Soft serve lovers, head over to La Diperie. This Quebec-based chain lets you customize your soft serve cone or sundae with toppings and dips such as Reese's Pieces, caramel sauce, and Oreo crumbles.

For healthier dessert options, The Cold Pressery is the place to be. This juice bar and café offers vegan and gluten-free treats, including "nice cream" (vegan ice cream made from frozen bananas) and raw cheesecakes.

Eva's has quickly become a popular spot in Mississauga's dessert scene. Serving up Hungarian-style chimney cones, known as "Kürtőskalács," which are freshly baked and can be customized with an array of toppings, including Nutella, strawberries, and whipped cream. There are vegan options too!

A charming gelato shop located in Mississauga, serving up authentic Italian gelato with a homemade touch. The gelato is made in-house daily, using fresh and locally-sourced ingredients, with unique flavors like honey lavender and maple bacon. Customers rave about the creamy and smooth texture of the gelato, which pairs perfectly with the warm and friendly atmosphere of the shop.