# Elevated Americana Ice Creams The Cookbook Series by Salt & Straw Remixes Classic Flavors By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2025-05-01 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cookbook-series References: [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/DJCUh3fOk6E/?img_index=1) & [saltandstraw](https://saltandstraw.com/collections/monthly-menu-series)  [Salt & Straw](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cerealsly-delicious-series-by-salt-straw) launched a new cookbook, America’s Most Iconic Ice Creams, and alongside it, The Cookbook Series as part of its monthly menu series. This collection of ice cream flavors puts a fresh twist on classic flavors, and serves up something to suit every flavor preference. While chocolate lovers with a love of fiery flavors can look forward to indulging in the [Chocolate Chili Crisp Peanut Butter Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-chocolatiers-series-by-salt-straw) variety, prepared with house-made chili crisp peanut butter cups and swirls of peanut butter marshmallow fluff, fans of classic vanilla will appreciate the elevated simplicity of Vanilla Custard with Butterscotch Swirls. The series also includes a [vegan-friendly Coffee Chamomile Sherbet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-dairy-free-decadence-series) made with a rich coconut cream and oat milk base. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 40% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Flavor Remix Revolution:** Elevated classic ice cream flavors open new avenues for creative culinary experiences appealing to diverse consumer palates. - **Vegan Dairy Delights:** Crafting ice creams with non-traditional bases like coconut cream and oat milk caters to the growing demand for plant-based options. - **Spicy-sweet Pairings:** Combining spicy elements with traditional sweet flavors introduces a novel sensory experience for adventurous taste seekers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Gourmet Ice Cream:** The fusion of classic and innovative flavors positions gourmet ice cream as a key player in the evolving premium dessert market. - **Cookbook Publishing:** Cookbooks leveraging popular dessert brands offer a unique way to expand culinary traditions into mainstream homes. - **Plant-based Food Products:** The integration of non-dairy ingredients within popular desserts signals growth in the plant-based food sector with wide consumer appeal. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cereal-Steeped Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cerealsly-delicious-series-by-salt-straw.md) - [Artisan Chocolatier Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salt-straw-chocolatiers-series.md) - [Upcycled Holiday Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salt-straws-holiday-series.md) - [Pie-Inspired Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-summer-pie-series.md) - [Festive Feast Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thanksgiving-themed-ice-creams.md) - [Picnic-Inspired Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-picnic-series.md) - [Decadent Vegan Frozen Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dairyfree-decadence-series.md) - [Chocolatier-Crafted Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolatiers-collection.md) - [Autumnal Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-harvest-festival-series.md)