Dessert Franchise News
The latest Dessert franchise news.
Marble Slab Creamery has officially opened a new location in Oxford, Miss.
September 15th, 2026
BurgerFi is giving guests a reason to celebrate National Cheeseburger Day on Friday, September 18 with a Buy One BurgerFi Double Cheeseburger, Get a Second for $1 deal.
September 15th, 2026 | TRENDING
Kilwins has been named to Entrepreneur magazine’s 2026 Top Brands for Multi-Unit Owners.
September 15th, 2026
MilkShake Factory is celebrating 10 years at its flagship Downtown Pittsburgh location on Saturday, September 19.
September 9th, 2026
Dunkin’® Reunites Baby Spice and Ginger Spice to Reveal Pumpkin Spice, the Long-Lost Sixth Member
This fall, Dunkin’ is showing the world how it does pumpkin with a little help from two pop icons and one very seasonal surprise.
September 9th, 2026
Swig has signed a multi-unit franchise agreement with Denver Day Makers LLC to bring the brand to South Denver.
September 9th, 2026
Fall may be around the corner, but with summer temperatures still lingering, MilkShake Factory is giving guests a cooler way to get their first taste of the season.
September 8th, 2026
Pumpkin lovers, this one’s for you.
August 24th, 2026
sweetFrog® is introducing Ube Cake Batter Frozen Yogurt, a vibrant new limited-time flavor available at participating locations nationwide from now through Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
August 19th, 2026
School is back in session, and Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is giving families a sweet reason to celebrate.
August 18th, 2026
Swig has signed a multi-unit franchise agreement with Athena Franchise Group to expand into the Greater Boston market.
August 18th, 2026
Bahama Buck’s is giving fans a new way to chill out wherever life takes them with the launch of SnoBlast®
August 11th, 2026
MilkShake Factory is bringing its handcrafted treats to the heart of Old Town Fort Collins with a location that holds a special place in its franchise owner’s family history.
August 6th, 2026
Gabby is opening the dollhouse doors, and Auntie Anne’s is bringing the pretzels.
August 5th, 2026
Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is celebrating National Frozen Custard Day with a sweet deal! On Saturday, August 8, guests can celebrate with a Buy One, Get One FREE Small Frozen Custard Cone from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
August 5th, 2026
Swig has signed a multi-unit franchise agreement with experienced operators Jeremy Assmus, Chris Redfern, Jesse Christiansen, and Tre Mulliner to expand the brand's footprint across Missouri and Kansas.
August 4th, 2026
Kilwins today announced the appointment of Kelli Schroeder as chief development officer.
August 4th, 2026
To celebrate National Frozen Custard Day on August 8, 2026, Andy’s Frozen Custard® will offer one free, specialty Custard Coozie with the purchase of any two medium or large Concretes or Jackhammers, while supplies last*.
August 3rd, 2026
Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is building on strong franchise momentum.
July 22nd, 2026
National Mango Day is getting even sweeter at Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard!
July 22nd, 2026
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May 13th, 2026
Rita's new Shirley Temple Ice just landed its starring role this summer.
July 20th, 2026
Andy’s Frozen Custard® is now serving the fruits of late-summer, featuring juicy peaches and tangy key limes in frozen treats.
July 15th, 2026
The Shirley Temple has always been more than just a drink—it's a sip of nostalgia.
July 15th, 2026
BurgerFi's is celebrating a major culinary achievement after its signature Rodeo Burger was crowned "2026 Burger of the Decade" at the 10th Annual Burger Battle Detroit.
July 14th, 2026
MilkShake Factory is officially making its Orlando debut with the opening of its first Central Florida location.
July 14th, 2026
Marble Slab Creamery is mixing up a sweet surprise on National Ice Cream Day. On July 19, loyalty members will receive a free small Ice Cream offer.
July 9th, 2026
Kilwins is celebrating National Ice Cream Month with a chance for one lucky fan to win “Free Ice Cream for a Year*.
July 9th, 2026
July 7th, 2026
Yogurtland today announced record franchise performance fueled by accelerating Average Unit Volumes (AUVs), continued franchise expansion and growing investor demand.
July 6th, 2026
MilkShake Factory is bringing its signature handcrafted desserts to North Dallas with the opening of its new Preston Valley location.
June 30th, 2026
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard will open its doors July 1 in North Richland Hills, marking the beginning of a significant expansion across North Texas.
June 29th, 2026
Kilwins has been named the No. 1 Best Dessert/Treat Chain in the United States in USA TODAY's prestigious 10Best Readers' Choice Awards.
June 24th, 2026
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is giving guests a sweet way to celebrate the season with the return of its festive 4th of Gelati®.
June 24th, 2026
Handel’s Ice Cream is expanding in Rancho Cucamonga with a new scoop shop at Victoria Gardens.
June 17th, 2026
Sister dessert concepts Marble Slab Creamery and Great American Cookies owned by FAT Brands Inc., are serving up star-spangled sweetness in honor of America’s 250th birthday.
June 17th, 2026
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M. Scott Morris
February 3rd, 2026
MilkShake Factory is celebrating the one-year anniversary of its Grassfield location in Chesapeake, VA on Saturday, June 27, 2026.
June 15th, 2026
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is making a splash this summer with the debut of its newest magical treat, Mermaid Italian Ice.
June 15th, 2026
MilkShake Factory is making Independence Day even sweeter with a special Buy One, Get One Free offer on its limited-time American Classics Menu.
June 10th, 2026
Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream is expanding into Illinois for the first time with a multi-unit agreement in the Chicago-metropolitan-area.
June 10th, 2026
As consumers continue gravitating toward nostalgic foods and immersive retail experiences, National Fudge Day on June 16 is shining a spotlight on one of America's most enduring sweet traditions: hand-crafted fudge.
June 9th, 2026
BurgerFi is giving guests more reasons to visit throughout the day with the launch of two breakfast-inspired limited time menu items and a new weekday lunch offer.
June 8th, 2026
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M. Scott Morris
January 28th, 2026
Swig has signed a multi-unit franchise agreement with experienced operators Najib and Walid Haidar to bring the brand to South Texas.
June 3rd, 2026
MilkShake Factory is opening its first San Antonio location in the Stone Oak Community.
June 1st, 2026

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