Tub Ice Cream: Our Top Indulgent Picks

Planning a movie night, craving a sudden dessert, or just need a comforting break? Tub ice cream is a foodie's secret weapon. Convenient and delicious, it comes in such a vast array of flavours that choosing one can be a real challenge. To help you find the perfect tub that will make you melt, we've reviewed the most popular options on the market. This guide gives you everything you need to know for your next purchase, whether you prefer to buy your ice cream online or in-store.

How to Choose the Best Tub of Ice Cream

Before you dive into our selection, here are a few criteria to keep in mind to ensure you make the right choice.

1. Decode the Ingredient List for Maximum Indulgence

The texture and richness of tub ice cream depend primarily on the quality of its ingredients. A high content of cream or whole milk ensures a creamier mouthfeel. Also, pay attention to the "mix-ins": the size and generosity of brownie pieces, cookie dough, or nuts make all the difference and can turn a simple ice cream into a truly decadent experience.

2. A Flavour for Every Occasion

Complex flavours that blend multiple textures and aromas are perfect for savouring solo, allowing you to appreciate every note. Conversely, more classic or single-note flavours are often more crowd-pleasing for a shared dessert. Whether you're a fan of intense chocolate, fruit, or unique flavours like peanut butter, there's a tub of ice cream out there for you.

3. Home Delivery: Convenience First

Between work and commuting, daily life can feel like a race against the clock. The option of ice cream delivery has become a major plus for many. By choosing to buy your ice cream online, you get access to a huge selection without leaving your sofa. Specialised delivery services use insulated packaging to ensure your order arrives perfectly frozen, ready to be enjoyed or stored in your freezer.

Top Tub Ice Cream Picks

Here are three tubs that clearly stand out from the crowd.

Ben & Jerry's Half Baked Ice Cream 465 ml

Why it stands out:Ben & Jerry's Half Baked is the ideal tub for the eternally indecisive. Why choose when you can have two of the brand's star recipes? It combines chocolate ice cream with fudge brownies and vanilla ice cream with chunks of cookie dough. It's the best of both worlds, all in one tub.

Highlights:

• A combination of two best-sellers: Chocolate Fudge Brownie and Cookie Dough.
• A rich, complex texture with very generous chunks.
• Quality ingredients (free-range eggs, fair-trade milk).

Who is it for? For foodies who refuse to choose and love a mix of crunchy and melt-in-your-mouth textures.

Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream Peanut Butter Cup 465 ml

Why it stands out: This flavour is aimed squarely at lovers of classic American tastes. Ben & Jerry's Peanut Butter Cup is a peanut butter ice cream generously packed with peanut butter cups. The peanut butter flavour is intense and uncompromising.

Highlights:

• A powerful and authentic peanut butter flavour.
• 9% peanuts in the recipe for a distinct taste.
• Indulgent chunks that add chewiness and crunch.

Who is it for? For die-hard peanut butter fans who want an ice cream with real character.

NUTELLA Ice Cream Pot 230g

Why it stands out:Nutella ice cream is the frozen version of the world's most famous spread. The recipe is all about the iconic hazelnut-cocoa duo, with a texture that is both creamy and studded with crunchy pieces. A simple, direct promise built on a cult-favourite flavour.

Highlights:

• The unmistakable taste of the hazelnut-cocoa spread.
• A recipe with 6.5% hazelnuts and 3.5% low-fat cocoa.
• A convenient 230g size, perfect for a solo treat.

Who is it for? For Nutella devotees who want to enjoy their guilty pleasure in a cool, refreshing form.

Craving Even More Indulgence?

Our selection is just a taste of the many options awaiting you. If you want to explore other flavours, fruity sorbets, or more original frozen creations, take a look at our full catalogue.

Discover Our Full Range of Ice Creams

Frequently Asked Questions About Tub Ice Cream

How Do You Properly Store an Opened Tub of Ice Cream?

To preserve your ice cream's creamy texture, the key is simple: put the tub back in the freezer (-18°C) immediately after serving. The anti-ice-crystal trick? Place a piece of plastic wrap directly on the surface of the ice cream before putting the lid back on.

What's the difference between "crème glacée" and "glace"?

In France, the regulations are very clear. The designation "crème glacée" is reserved for products containing a minimum of 5% milk fat. The term "glace" is more generic and can refer to milk-based products, as well as water ices or sorbets, which contain no milk fat.

Can you get ice cream delivered to your home?

Absolutely. Many services, including Joybuy, offer home ice cream delivery. The products are transported in insulated packaging designed to maintain the cold chain and ensure your tub of ice cream arrives at your door in perfect condition, without having started to melt.

By the Joybuy editorial team