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National Coffee Ice Cream Day

Caffeine lovers, rejoice! National Coffee Ice Cream Day is here - indulge in your favorite coffee treat and enjoy a delicious pick-me-up!

Sunday

September 2026

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATESeptember 6

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYFood

SUBCATEGORYIce Cream

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Introduction

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Celebrate National Coffee Ice Cream Day on Sept. 6 and enjoy the perfect combination of two favorite treats! It's believed that coffee ice cream was invented in Italy sometime in the late 1800s. Since then, it has become a beloved flavor around the world, often enjoyed with a scoop of whipped cream or chocolate syrup for an extra special treat. Enjoy this delicious day by indulging in your favorite coffee-flavored creation!

TIMELINE

National Coffee Ice Cream Day Timeline

Coffee Ice Cream Invention

Coffee Ice Cream is believed to have been invented in Italy.

Spread to United States

Coffee ice cream started gaining popularity in the United States, thanks to the Italian immigrants.

Haagen-Dazs Introduction

Haagen-Dazs introduced the coffee flavor in their line-up of ice creams, popularizing it even further.

Ben & Jerry's Coffee Flavors

Ben & Jerry's included coffee flavored ice creams in their menu, boosting the flavor's popularity amongst ice cream lovers.

National Coffee Ice Cream Day

National Coffee Ice Cream Day started being celebrated in the United States to honor this delightful treat.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Coffee Ice Cream Day

Make your own coffee ice cream

Making your own coffee ice cream is easier than you think. All you need is some heavy cream, condensed milk, instant coffee powder and sugar. Mix them together and freeze for 4-6 hours and you have your own homemade delicious treat.

VISIT

Visit a local ice cream shop

Check out the local ice cream shop in your area and see if they have coffee ice cream on the menu. You can even get creative and mix different flavors to create something unique.

THROW

Throw a coffee ice cream party

Invite your friends over for an afternoon of fun and treats. Make some coffee ice cream sundaes or affogatos and get creative with topping combinations.

DRINK

Drink a coffee ice cream float

Make yourself an old fashioned ice cream float with coffee flavored soda and a scoop of coffee ice cream to top it off. Delightful!

BAKE

Bake some coffee ice cream treats

Bake up some delicious treats with your favorite brand of coffee flavored ice cream. From cakes to pies to cupcakes, the possibilities are endless.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Coffee Ice Cream Day

It tastes like a combination of two favorite treats

Coffee ice cream has both the rich flavor of coffee and the creamy sweetness of ice cream. It truly is the best of both worlds! You can enjoy it as a stand alone snack or pair it with other desserts for something special. Either way, you really can't go wrong with this tantalizing treat!

It's the perfect pick-me-up

Coffee ice cream is a delicious treat that is sure to wake up your taste buds. With every spoonful, you get a burst of energy and a delicious mix of coffee and sweet cream flavors. It's definitely the perfect way to perk up any day!

It’s easy to make

Making your own coffee ice cream couldn't be easier. Just mix together some instant espresso powder, sugar, cream and eggs, then freeze it in an ice cream maker. In less than an hour, you'll have a homemade frozen treat that everyone will love!

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