Top 10 Best Ben & Jerry's ice Cream Flavors

Do you have to fight the urge not to devour the batter when making brownies? Us too. That’s why we’re so grateful to Ben & Jerry’s for this flavor. Brownie Batter Core isn’t just better than eating raw batter; it also rivals brownies in many ways. Sure, it might be a bit colder than ones pulled fresh out of the oven. But the mix of chocolate and vanilla with fudge brownie chunks is sinfully good. And it's not false advertising when they call it "brownie batter." There's unbaked batter right in the middle. You know what would go great with this flavor? Brownies.

Everything tastes better when it rhymes, right? We go ape for this Ben & Jerry’s flavor, which, of course, is full of banana flavor. And the “chunky” part of the name is dead-on too, as the fudge and walnuts give it plenty of crunchy texture. While there are more nutritious ways to eat bananas, none are quite as fun as this. And we keep hearing about how good walnuts are supposed to be for us. Is this Ben & Jerry’s sneaky way of trying to get us to eat healthier? If it tastes this good, we’ll allow it.

We would be red, white, but most of all blue without this flavor, inspired by none other than late-night legend Stephen Colbert. While Americone Dream might not resemble the American flag, it still deserves a salute for its delectable mix of flavors. With fudge-covered pieces of waffle cone and caramel swirl in a batch of vanilla ice cream, this flavor will make your sweet tooth grow with each bite. And if that wasn't enough, you buying this flavor is literally for a good cause, as proceeds go to charitable causes through Colbert's AmeriCone Dream Fund. In that case, let’s get two pints.

No, we haven’t accidentally wandered over to the pet food aisle, nor to the music section for that matter. The only thing fishy about this flavor - named for iconic jam band Phish - are the chunks of chocolate fish swimming inside the chocolate ice cream. And if that wasn’t enough, how about the irresistible blend of caramel and marshmallows? Even for ice cream, this one can get pretty sticky. But like its namesake, it’s earned a devoted following for its consistent excellence and multitude of pleasures. How do you think it would taste at a Phish concert?

Another classic dessert turned into a great Ben & Jerry’s flavor is strawberry cheesecake. And since cheesecake is typically served chilled, it's the perfect idea for an ice cream. This flavor not only offers the creamy and sweet of the cheese and strawberries. It also gets the crunchy texture of the crust with its graham cracker swirl. We love how all of these elements blend together to make what tastes like genuine strawberry cheesecake, just in a bowl instead of on a plate - and eaten with a spoon, not a fork. If there’s one thing Ben & Jerry’s knows how to do, it’s honor the classics.

Stephen Colbert isn’t the only late-night host with their own Ben & Jerry’s. “Tonight Show” host Jimmy Fallon can be seen on pints of this flavor. True to its name, this ice cream is a doughy delight. It has both chocolate chip and peanut butter cookie dough mixed into caramel and chocolate ice cream. Oh, and did we mention the chocolate cookie swirls? And like its late-night cousin, this ice cream is a charitable endeavor. Proceeds go to the SeriousFun Children’s Network to give children in need the amazing camp experience they deserve. Isn't that sweet?

The brownie love continues with this fudgy delight. Ben & Jerry’s Chocolate Fudge Brownie flavor can be described in one word: rich. This flavor is the gold standard among brownie ice creams. It originated in a partnership with New York's Greyston Bakery, which led to Greyston's delicious brownies being the star of their own ice cream flavor. The partnership has remained, as has the quality of the ice cream, which proves brownies are great whether served hot or cold. Want more good news? Greyston Bakery profits go to the Greyston Foundation, which supports the local community.

Even harder to resist than raw brownie batter is uncooked chocolate chip cookie dough. We know, salmonella is no joke. And neither is this amazing Ben & Jerry’s flavor, which is blessedly free of raw egg dangers. Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough is a simple pleasure, mixing cookie dough and chocolate chips into vanilla ice cream for a worry-free dining experience. Originally only available in the company’s original “Scoop Shop” in Burlington, Vermont, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough has become one of the most beloved flavors in the Ben & Jerry’s catalog. And it’s surely earned them plenty of dough.

Jerry Garcia is a true legend. Not only was he the frontman for one of the most beloved bands of all time, the Grateful Dead, but he’s also the namesake for one of the most beloved Ben & Jerry’s flavors. Cherry Garcia started with one creative fan, who, in 1986, mailed a postcard to the company, urging them to make the flavor. So, they went to work, finding the right cherries for the perfect ice cream. The originator, Jane Williamson, was rewarded with a year's supply of ice cream. And the flavor, cherry ice cream with Bing Cherries and bits of chocolate, is awesome every time. There’s even a chocolate version. Rock on.

For over a decade, Cherry Garcia reigned supreme among Ben & Jerry’s flavors. Then, a new champ came along. Combining the amazing taste of Chocolate Fudge Brownie and Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, the company created Half Baked. The name comes from the unbaked cookie dough mixing with the baked brownies, though you might enjoy it while watching a certain comedy. Though all of these flavors are delicious and popular, we have to give it up to this one for its continued dominance amongst some tough competition. Half Baked is the top-selling Ben & Jerry’s flavor. And that’s the whole truth.