Cool Off With Sweet Treats in Shakopee

This summer, cool off with sweet treats in Shakopee! Whether you’re looking for a classic ice cream cone, refreshing drink, or the perfect dessert to end a summer meal, you’ll find something on this list to satisfy your taste buds and beat the heat.

Dessert Destinations

Coffee ta Cream scoops up ice cream from local producer Sebastian Joe’s and Minnesota favorite Kemps. The lineup of flavors changes regularly, with some delicious seasonal options. The cafe also serves fruit smoothies, blended frappe espresso drinks, and iced specialty mochas.

Delicias Del Viejo specializes in handcrafted Mexican treats like colorful paletas (popsicles) made with frozen fruit, frescas con crema (fresh strawberries mixed into a sweet, creamy sauce), and ice cream treats including banana splits and milkshakes. Try the mangonada if you like bold flavors—the smoothie-like drink combines the sweetness of mango, tartness of lime juice, and a spicy kick from chile-based chamoy.

Take a breather from the thrill rides and family-friendly attractions at Valleyfair with a dessert break. Head to Cool & Creamy for a classic milkshake, root beer float, or smoothie. At Xtreme Confections, you can enjoy over-the-top sweets like mini donut sundaes and elephant ear pastries with your choice of toppings, including ice cream.

Refreshing Beverages

Get through long summer days with a boost of caffeine and sugar from the Shakopee Brewhall, which crafts coffee drinks during the daytime hours. Try the iced salted vanilla latte or a salted caramel cold brew latte.

In addition to tasty pastries, The Donut Hole serves blended bubble tea drinks made with your choice of over a dozen flavors and chewy tapioca pearls. From fruity options like mango to fun flavors like cookies ‘n creme to classic green tea, you can create a custom drink that hits the spot.

Chill out with an aguas frescas at Bravis. Pick from cinnamon-spiked creamy horchata, pineapple, or sweetened hibiscus iced tea. There’s also freshly-squeezed lemonade—add strawberry or mango for an extra flavorful drink.

Restaurants with Sweet Treats on the Menu

Be sure to save room for dessert at Pablo’s Mexican Restaurant—the fried ice cream is a customer favorite. A scoop of vanilla ice cream is covered with a secret (and delicious) coating, fried, and then topped with honey, whipped cream, and a cherry and served in a fried tortilla bowl.

For something unique, head to O’Brien’s Public House for creative ice cream desserts. There’s a sweet version of a juicy lucy, made with a chocolate-stuffed chocolate chip cookie and served with vanilla bean ice cream and fudge. Love chocolate? Go with the brownie topped with vanilla bean ice cream, toffee caramel, chocolate sauce, and toasted pecans.

In addition to being a great place to eat, Shakopee is a great place to stay! Shakopee is home to Valleyfair, Canterbury Park, and the Minnesota Renaissance Festival, and is conveniently located to area attractions including Mystic Lake Casino, the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, and Chanhassen Dinner Theater.