# Fruity Italian Ice Desserts Rita's New Raspberries N’ Cream Cream Ice is Juicy and Creamy By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2025-01-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raspberries-n-cream-cream-ice References: [qsrmagazine](https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/ritas-italian-ice-frozen-custard-starts-2025-with-raspberries-n-cream-cream/) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1122129376588799&set=pb.100063752400250.-2207520000)  [Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ritas-cola-italian-ice) is kicking off 2025 on a sweet note with the debut of its new Raspberries N’ Cream Cream Ice. A delicious way to anticipate the not-so-far-away [spring season](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cold-stone-creamery-ice-cream-flavors), Rita's new Raspberries N’ Cream Cream Ice combines the delicious tangy of juicy raspberries with the brand's signature creamy Italian ice. The new flavor can actually be enjoyed in multiple ways, including in the form of the new Raspberries N’ Cream Gelati, which layers g Rita’s signature Vanilla Frozen Custard with Raspberries n’ Cream Cream Ice. For a more sippable version, Rita’s Raspberries N’ Cream Gelati Blender blends [juicy raspberries with custard](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-raspberry-concrete-mixer) to create a deliciously creamy drink. As Madalyn Weintraub, Senior Director of Marketing at Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, says of the new offerings, "Our new Raspberries N’ Cream lineup marks the beginning of an exciting year of new flavors for us at Rita’s." Image Credit: Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 34% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Hybrid Dessert Innovations:** Combining creamy and fruity elements, as seen in Rita’s new offering, creates potential for hybrid dessert innovations that appeal to diverse palates. - **Seasonal Flavor Experimentation:** Using seasonal flavors like raspberry allows brands to experiment with limited-time offerings that can drive customer engagement and demand. - **Customizable Dessert Experiences:** Providing flexible enjoyment options such as layering and blending reflects a trend towards customizable dessert experiences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Frozen Desserts:** Incorporating multiple textures and flavors, the frozen dessert industry can capitalize on new combinations to attract adventurous consumers. - **Food and Beverage Marketing:** Creative marketing campaigns around limited-edition flavors can influence customer perception and loyalty in the food and beverage sector. - **Retail Food Chain Expansion:** Innovative product lines enable retail food chains to expand their offerings and attract a wider customer base seeking novel experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Peach-inspired Frozen Custards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peach-ring-italian-ice.md) - [Fruity Frozen Lemonade Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/four-new-frozen-lemonades.md) - [Festive Hot Cocoa Custards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frozen-hot-cocoa-gelati.md) - [Icy Summertime Refreshment Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocket-pop-italian-ice.md) - [Icy Candy-Flavored Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ritas-x-skittles-italian-ice.md) - [Icy Cola-Flavored Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ritas-cola-italian-ice.md) - [Custard-Based Frozen Coffees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cold-brew-frozen-coffee-drinks.md) - [Witchy Frozen Dessert Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brewberry-italian-ice.md) - [Holiday Season Milkshake Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ritas-milkshakes.md)