Cereal-ously Delicious Ice Cream Inspired By Favourite Breakfasts

From Cornflakes to Coco Pops — discover 6 fun cereal-inspired ice cream recipes perfect for kids, nostalgic adults & frozen treat lovers.

We’re always on the hunt for curious flavour fusions and clever combos here at Frosted Fusions — and this one might be our crunchiest yet. Whether it’s the golden crunch of Cornflakes, the comforting nuttiness of Weetabix, or the snap, crackle and pop of Rice Krispies, classic breakfast cereals are the perfect canvas for frozen fun.

This isn’t just about novelty (though there’s plenty of that). Cereals bring texture, sweetness, and sometimes even a hit of fibre or whole grains — making them ideal for no-churn, kid-friendly, and often surprisingly nutritious ice creams.

Some are blended in. Some are steeped in milk. Some are mixed through for a chewy-crunchy swirl. However you scoop it — our cereal ice creams will deliver on nostalgia and some cereal-ously delicious fun!

✅ In This Article You’ll Find:

• 🥣 6 cereal-inspired ice cream ideas (with UK-favourite brands!)
• 🥄 No-churn and churned options
• 🍯 Tips for sweetness and texture balance
• 👩‍👧‍👦 Fun variations for family-friendly scooping
• 📌 Bonus: Dairy-free swaps for every recipe

Breakfast For Dessert? Don’t Mind If We Do

We’ve toyed with Cornflake Ice Cream before — and honestly, it’s way better than it has any right to be. But this time, we decided to really lean into that breakfast bowl energy and see what other cereal favourites could hold their own in frozen form.

From the malty crunch of Weetabix to the puffed rice magic of Rice Krispies, we’ve been stirring, steeping, and scooping our way through the cereal aisle — all in the name of frozen fusion fun.

Some blends were surprisingly brilliant. Others… well, let’s just say they’ll stay in the test kitchen.

Up for a little cereal-liously good fun? Grab your favourite spoon and a scoop, and let’s get into it.

6 Cereal Ice Cream Recipes

Ready to turn your breakfast favourites into frozen treats?

Here are six cereal-inspired ice cream recipes — from classic combos like Cornflakes and honey to playful twists like Rice Krispie treats. Whether you’re a no-churn newbie or an adventurous churner, there’s a scoop here for every cereal lover.

1️⃣ No-Churn Weetabix & Honey Ice Cream

A familiar and comforting combo of Weetabix, cream and honey — with a touch of cinnamon for warmth.

Flavour notes: Think nutty, mellow, wholesome… like breakfast and pudding had a delicious baby.

Ingredients:

• 2 Weetabix biscuits
• 300ml double cream
• 200ml condensed milk
• 2 tbsp runny honey (plus extra to drizzle)
• ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)

Method:

1. Crush Weetabix finely and stir into the condensed milk with cinnamon.
2. Whip cream to soft peaks and fold through.
3. Swirl in honey, freeze in a loaf tin or tub for 6 hours.
4. Scoop and drizzle with extra honey and crushed biscuit.

💡 Top Tip: Add toasted oats or a swirl of Greek yoghurt for a granola-ice cream twist.

🥄 Nutritional Information – Per scoop (approx. 100ml):

• Calories: 285 kcal | Fat: 18g (of which saturates: 11g) | Carbohydrates: 25g (of which sugars: 17g) | Fibre: 1.5g | Protein: 3.5g

Approximate values based on typical ingredients. Nutritional content may vary depending on brands and substitutions.

Dairy-free swap:

• Use whippable oat cream (like Oatly Whipping Cream) in place of double cream
• Replace condensed milk with sweetened condensed oat or coconut milk (available in most supermarkets)

💡 Note: Choose maple syrup or agave instead of honey for a fully plant-based version.

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2️⃣ Cornflake Crunch Ice Cream

Sweet, salty, caramelised cornflake bits folded through creamy vanilla ice cream.

Ingredients:

• 75g cornflakes
• 25g granulated sugar
• 25g melted butter
• 500ml softened vanilla ice cream (or homemade)

Method:

1. Toast cornflakes with sugar + butter in the oven (180°C, 8–10 min). Let cool.
2. Chop into rough crumbs and fold into ice cream.
3. Refreeze 1–2 hours for a scoopable crunch fest.

💡 Fun Add-in: Mini marshmallows + golden syrup = cereal bar ice cream!

🥄 Nutritional Information – Per scoop (approx. 100ml):

• Calories: 310 kcal | Fat: 19g (of which saturates: 11g) | Carbohydrates: 30g (of which sugars: 21g) | Fibre: 1g | Protein: 3g

Approximate values based on typical ingredients. Nutritional content may vary depending on brands and substitutions.

Dairy-free swap:

• Use plant-based butter (e.g., Flora Plant) to toast the cornflakes
• Substitute in a vegan vanilla ice cream or homemade coconut/oat-based alternative

💡 Optional: Add a splash of coconut cream to the base if making your own to enhance richness.

3️⃣ Honey Monster Puff Ice Cream (a.k.a. Sugar Puffs)

Golden, gooey, honey-sweetened and cereal-studded — this one’s pure breakfast nostalgia in every bite. Think toasted marshmallow meets caramel milkshake, with that unmistakable puffed wheat crunch.

Flavour profile:
Lightly chewy, sweet and honeyed, with a toasty cereal warmth. Kids will love it — and so will the adults sneaking extra spoonfuls.

Ingredients:

• 75g Sugar Puffs (Honey Monster Puffs) (15g for toasting, rest folded in)
• 300ml double cream
• 200ml condensed milk
• 2 tbsp runny honey (plus extra to drizzle)
• Pinch of salt
• Optional: 1 tsp vanilla extract or pinch of cinnamon

Method:

• Infuse + crunch: Toast 15g of Sugar Puffs in a dry pan for 2–3 minutes (enhances flavour). Set aside to cool.
• Make base: Mix condensed milk, honey, and vanilla/cinnamon (if using).
• Whip cream: Whip cream to soft peaks, then fold in the condensed milk mixture.
• Fold + freeze: Fold in the toasted Sugar Puffs and a pinch of salt. Pour into a loaf tin or tub, drizzle with extra honey, and scatter more cereal on top. Freeze for at least 6 hours.

💡 Pro Tip: Add a spoonful of smooth peanut butter to the base for a honey-nut twist.

🥄 Nutritional Information – Per scoop (approx. 100ml):

• Calories: 305 kcal | Fat: 19g (of which saturates: 12g) | Carbohydrates: 28g (of which sugars: 20g) | Fibre: 1.2g | Protein: 3.5g

Approximate values based on typical ingredients. Nutritional content may vary depending on brands and substitutions.

Dairy-Free Swap:

• Whippable oat cream (Oatly or similar)
• Condensed coconut milk (Nature’s Charm is a good one)
• Use vegan-friendly puffed wheat cereal (check label — some contain milk powder)
• Maple syrup or agave instead of honey for a vegan version

💡 Optional: Blend in a little soaked cashew cream to boost texture if skipping condensed milk.

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4️⃣ Coco Pops Milk Ice Cream

Infused cereal milk + crispy chocolate cereal = the ultimate nostalgia scoop.

Ingredients:

• 50g Coco Pops
• 300ml whole milk
• 250ml double cream
• 150g granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Method:

1. Soak Coco Pops in milk (10 min), then strain.
2. Heat cereal milk with sugar to dissolve. Cool.
3. Mix with cream + vanilla and churn (or freeze no-churn style).
4. Stir in a handful of dry Coco Pops for crunch.

💡 Kids’ Favourite: Serve in cones and top with mini chocolate buttons.

🥄 Nutritional Information – Per scoop (approx. 100ml):

• Calories: 320 kcal | Fat: 20g (of which saturates: 13g) | Carbohydrates: 30g (of which sugars: 22g) | Fibre: 1.2g | Protein: 3g

Approximate values based on typical ingredients. Nutritional content may vary depending on brands and substitutions.

Dairy-free swap:

• Use chocolate oat milk or coconut milk beverage in place of whole milk
• Sub in whippable coconut cream or a soy/oat alternative for double cream

💡 Bonus tip: Add 1 tbsp cornstarch when heating the cereal milk to help thicken and mimic the texture of churned dairy bases.

5️⃣ Rice Krispies Treat Ice Cream

Creamy vanilla swirled with gooey marshmallow + crispies = frozen cereal bar heaven.

Ingredients:

• 75g Rice Krispies
• 200g marshmallows
• 30g butter
• 500ml softened vanilla ice cream

Method:

1. Melt marshmallows + butter, stir in Rice Krispies. Let cool.
2. Break into chunks and fold through ice cream.
3. Freeze until firm.

💡 Optional: Stir in white choc chips for a sweet twist.

🥄 Nutritional Information – Per scoop (approx. 100ml):

• Calories: 340 kcal | Fat: 18g (of which saturates: 11g) | Carbohydrates: 36g (of which sugars: 25g) | Fibre: 0.8g | Protein: 2.5g

Approximate values based on typical ingredients. Nutritional content may vary depending on brands and substitutions.

Dairy-free swap:

• Use plant-based butter
• Swap in vegan marshmallows (brands like Dandies or Free From Fellows)
• Use dairy-free vanilla ice cream (coconut or soy-based options work well)

💡 Fun twist: Stir in peanut butter to give it that classic cereal bar flavour.

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6️⃣ Cheerios & Banana Ice Cream

A naturally sweet banana base with chewy multigrain Cheerios folded in — simple, healthy(ish), and toddler-approved.

Ingredients:

• 3 ripe bananas (peeled, sliced & frozen)
• 100g Cheerios (or similar)
• 1 tbsp peanut butter (optional)

Method:

1. Blend frozen bananas until smooth and creamy.
2. Fold in Cheerios + PB (if using).
3. Serve immediately or freeze for firmer texture.

🥄 Nutritional Information – Per scoop (approx. 100ml):

• Calories: 190 kcal | Fat: 6g (of which saturates: 1g) | Carbohydrates: 30g (of which sugars: 18g) | Fibre: 3g | Protein: 3g

Approximate values based on typical ingredients. Nutritional content may vary depending on brands and substitutions.

💡 Dairy-Free & Vegan: ✅ Already dairy-free and vegan!
Just be sure your Cheerios are dairy-free certified — most multigrain types are, but always check the label.

🥄 Other Breakfast Cereals You Could Try

Beyond our six featured recipes, there’s a whole world of cereal-ously fun options still to explore.

These popular UK breakfast cereals bring texture, nostalgia, and flavour that can be easily adapted into ice cream recipes — whether you’re steeping them into milk, folding them into your base, or using them as crunchy toppings.

Cereal	Brand	Ideas / Suggestions
Weetabix	Weetabix	Blended in or crumbled topping
Cornflakes	Kellogg’s	Toasted crunch or mix-ins
Shreddies	Nestlé	Blended, or made into a “bark” with chocolate
Coco Pops	Kellogg’s	Infused milk, stir-ins
Rice Krispies	Kellogg’s	Treats folded through
Cheerios	Nestlé	Mixed in for texture
Frosties	Kellogg’s	Crunchy coating for bars or dipped sticks
Bran Flakes	Kellogg’s	Fibre-rich option with fruit
Golden Nuggets	Nestlé	Fun mix-in or bar-style ice cream sandwich
Curiously Cinnamon	Nestlé	Swirled into no-churn base for flavour bombs

📌 Love Breakfast? You’ll Love These Too:

If cereal-inspired scoops made your spoon happy, check out these other fun breakfast-meets-dessert creations from the Frosted Fusions kitchen:

🍯 Homemade Cornflake Ice Cream: A golden classic! Sweet, toasty flakes swirled into creamy vanilla — this recipe’s where our cereal obsession began.
👉🏽 Homemade Crunchy Cornflake Ice Cream Recipe

🥓 Bacon & Maple Syrup Ice Cream: Smoky, salty, and sweet — breakfast-for-dessert never tasted so indulgent.
👉🏽 A Savoury-Sweet Homemade Bacon and Maple Syrup Ice Cream

☕ Coffee & Cream Ice Cream (No-Churn): For the grown-up scoopers: bold, smooth coffee flavour with a creamy finish.
👉🏽 Homemade Coffee Ice Cream Recipe – The Perfect Brew

🍪 Malted Milk Biscuit Ice Cream: That soft, milky biscuit nostalgia — turned into a scoopable, malty treat.
👉🏽 Homemade Malted Milk Ice Cream, No-Churn, Creamy and Delicious

The Final Scoop

Who said cereal was just for mornings? These ice cream ideas let you reimagine cupboard staples as frozen creations everyone in the house will love. Whether you’re going nostalgic, sneaking in fibre, or just having fun — there’s a scoop for every mood and moment.

Let us know in the comments which breakfast cereal you’d love to see in ice cream form. Or better yet — experiment and tag us with your cereal-ously cool creations!

We hope that you’ve enjoyed our article — Cereal-ously Delicious Ice Cream Fusions Inspired By Your Favourite Breakfasts — and that we’ve inspired you to give these crunchy, creamy combos a go. Whether you’re spooning through Cornflake crunch or blending up a banana-Cheerio swirl, there’s a cereal scoop here for everyone.

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