Best Ice Cream and Dessert Spots Near Wildwood, FL

On a hot summer day in Florida, few things sound better than a cold dessert. PepperTree Apartments in Wildwood sits close to several sweet shops, from classic ice cream parlors to candy stores and Italian ice counters. Whether you want a scoop after dinner, a treat for the kids, or a quick stop before live music, here are the places worth trying this summer.

Scooples Ice Cream Parlor in Brownwood Paddock Square

Scooples has the aesthetic of a classic ice cream parlor, with a menu offering Blue Bell ice cream, milkshakes, and sundaes. Since it sits in Brownwood Paddock Square, it fits naturally into a summer evening with dinner, shopping, and live music. You can stop in for a scoop, walk through the boutiques, and stay for the nightly entertainment on the square.

Jeremiah’s Italian Ice in Colony Plaza

Jeremiah’s serves Italian ice, soft-serve ice cream, and Gelati, which combines the two for a multi-layered dessert. Choices such as mango, cherry, and watermelon are especially refreshing on a hot afternoon. The counter rotates in new ices every few weeks, and you can mix any two flavors in the same cup. Quick service and outdoor seating make it a convenient stop on the way back from errands or before an evening show.

Kilwins in Lake Sumter Landing

Kilwins is a popular stop after dinner on the lakefront. Staff make fudge and caramel behind the counter, so the candy-making process is part of the visit. Alongside chocolate-dipped apples and boxed truffles, the shop serves premium ice cream flavors such as Mackinac Island fudge and toasted coconut.

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