Van Leeuwen Ice Cream: Ice Cream Cake, Cookies & Cream and Chocolate Caramel Cheesecake Review

Today, Kevin and I are trying some Vana ice creams, including Cookies and Cream, Ice Cream Cake, and Chocolate Caramel Cheesecake. We purchased these from Whole Foods. The Ice Cream Cake was $7.99, while the other two were $6.79 each. It’s unclear why the Ice Cream Cake was more expensive. Cookies and Cream Ice Cream First, we’re trying the Cookies and Cream ice cream. This 14 oz container costs a premium, so it’s important to note you’re not getting a full pint. The ice cream consists of dark chocolate chip cookies, rich cream filling, and cold-ground vanilla bean ice cream. It contains 300 calories per 2/3 cup serving, or 790 calories for the entire container. Upon opening, you’ll see cookie pieces throughout the ice cream. The taste is very traditional, reminiscent of classic cookies and cream flavors with a nice vanilla ice cream base and Oreo-like cookies. The cookie pieces are soft, not crunchy, which some might prefer. Overall, it’s a solid, traditional cookies and c