Dessert Franchise News
The latest Dessert franchise news.
At Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, summer isn’t just about sweet treats. It’s also a season of giving back and making a meaningful impact in the communities the brand calls home.
August 28th, 2025
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June 12th, 2024
Häagen-Dazs® Shops is taking the season’s most iconic flavor and giving it a luxe, over-the-top twist made for cozy moments, crisp fall strolls, and savoring the fall season.
August 27th, 2025
FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc. has announced the opening of a new co-branded Great American Cookies and Marble Slab Creamery in Sanford, NC.
August 26th, 2025
Papa Murphy’s Take ‘n’ Bake Pizza is kicking off the school year and football season with the ultimate flavor duo: zesty, smoky pepperoni paired with a bold punch of sweet-and-spicy heat.
August 26th, 2025
Handel's Ice Cream opens in Santa Clarita at the brand-new Sand Canyon Center.
August 25th, 2025
Handel’s Ice Cream is bringing its best tasting ingredients to the greater Kansas City area.
August 25th, 2025
Move over sweater weather – it’s spoon weather at Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, the largest Italian Ice concept in the world!
August 25th, 2025
Frios Gourmet Pops has appointed former franchisee, Alison Groom, to Vice President of Operations.
August 25th, 2025
This fall, Dunkin’ is taking mornings back to where they began: with the clink of a spoon in a cereal bowl.
August 22nd, 2025
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May 29th, 2024
Nothing Bundt Cakes is kicking off a sweet new season with its Score Some Joy Sweepstakes* — bringing together a new limited-time SNICKERS® Bundt Cake flavor and a partnership with entrepreneur and broadcaster, Erin Andrews.
August 18th, 2025
Marble Slab Creamery is embracing one of the most buzz-worthy dessert trends with the launch of its new Dubai Chocolate Sundae.
August 18th, 2025
MilkShake Factory is bringing its sweet experience to the Queen City.
August 15th, 2025
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is celebrating strong mid-year momentum rooted in innovation, accessibility and franchise growth.
August 13th, 2025
MilkShake Factory is bringing its treats to Georgia for the very first time.
August 13th, 2025
MilkShake Factory is blending summer nostalgia with craveable new offerings.
August 12th, 2025
Kahlúa, the No. 1 coffee liqueur1, is teaming up with Dunkin’, America’s largest coffee and donuts brand, to introduce Kahlúa Dunkin’ Caramel Swirl Cream Liqueur.
August 8th, 2025
Dunkin’ is dropping peak summer vibes with a wave of bold new Dunkin’ Refreshers and delicious mixology designed to keep things cool during the hottest time of the year.
August 1st, 2025
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The Honey Baked Ham Company®
May 22nd, 2024
Handel’s Ice Cream officially opens Houston's first walk-up and drive-thru location in the Oak Forest/Heights neighborhood on Thursday, July 31, 2025.
July 30th, 2025
MilkShake Factory is bringing its signature sweet experience to Arizona for the first time.
July 28th, 2025
As temperatures rise, Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is keeping things cool with the highly anticipated return of a fan-favorite treat: Gummy Bear Italian Ice.
July 28th, 2025
Andy’s Frozen Custard® is shaking things up this summer with the launch of an all-new drink category: Andy’s™ Soda ShoppeTM.
July 23rd, 2025
Summertime signals a century of sweet nostalgia for the 100-Year Old Rainbow Cone.
July 23rd, 2025
Fort Worth, saddle up for something sweet!
July 16th, 2025
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May 7th, 2024
Kilwins is celebrating National Ice Cream Day (July 20) by giving fans a chance to win “Free Ice Cream for a Year” in the form of an e-gift card with a fun Instagram sweepstakes.
July 15th, 2025
Handel’s Ice Cream opens its newest Tennessee location at 909 Exchange Lane with a grand opening celebration on Thursday, July 17.
July 15th, 2025
Yogurtland announced today it has signed agreements with four ownership groups to open 15 new locations across California and Texas.
July 14th, 2025
Handel’s Ice Cream is opening its newest location in Fairlawn, Ohio, at 2935 West Market St, and celebrating with a grand opening on Thursday, July 17, 2025, with family-friendly fun.
July 14th, 2025
Feng Cha has named Champion as its official franchise development agency of record, effective immediately.
July 11th, 2025
Marble Slab Creamery is making Sundaes in July even sweeter for National Ice Cream Month and Ice Cream Day.
July 10th, 2025
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is marking a franchise milestone this summer: the 35th anniversary of longtime franchisee Mitch Cove.
July 7th, 2025
MilkShake Factory is bringing its signature sweet experience to Indiana for the first time.
July 1st, 2025
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is turning up the summer heat with a flavor-packed, refreshing treat!
June 30th, 2025
Kilwins is proud to debut a luxurious new treat just in time for World Chocolate Day on July 7: its Dubai Chocolate Truffle!
June 26th, 2025
MilkShake Factory is expanding into Georgia for the first time with two new locations in the Atlanta metro.
June 24th, 2025
Andy’s Frozen Custard® is turning up the chill factor with its new summer lineup, featuring refreshing limited time treats from bursting berries to zesty citrus.
June 18th, 2025
MilkShake Factory is opening its first-ever Virginia location in Chesapeake on Saturday, June 28, 2025.
June 18th, 2025
MilkShake Factory is bringing its signature sweet experience to South Carolina for the first time.
June 18th, 2025
Handel’s Ice Cream grand opening of its new Prosper location on Thursday, June 26.
June 17th, 2025
Häagen-Dazs® Shops is celebrating the arrival of summer with the launch of its Summer Blueberry Collection – a trio of seasonal treats crafted to cool and delight every kind of craving.
June 11th, 2025
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Cicis®
April 17th, 2024
MilkShake Factory is serving up a summer tradition that’s back by popular demand: the Strawberry Pretzel Pie Shake.
June 10th, 2025
Frios Gourmet Pops has unveiled the Frios Plus collection to deliver pops to people looking for more in a sweet treat.
June 6th, 2025
Yogurtland is teaming up with Princess Cruises for the ultimate summer collaboration featuring the new tropical-inspired flavors and a chance to set sail on a dream cruise.
June 6th, 2025
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