Vegan ice cream bliss: my top picks!

As a vegan ice cream aficionado, I've been on a quest to find the creamiest, most decadent non-dairy treats. Here are my top picks that will have you wondering where the dairy went:

**1. Oatly Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert (Mint Chip):** This oat milk-based ice cream hits all the right notes. The mint chip flavor is perfectly balanced, with flecks of real chocolate chips in a smooth, refreshing base. It's surprisingly low in calories at just 160 per pint, making it a guilt-free indulgence. Price: ~$5.99

**2. Van Leeuwen Vegan (Chocolate Cookie Dough):** This is seriously gourmet vegan ice cream. Van Leeuwen uses a cashew milk base that's incredibly rich and creamy. The chocolate cookie dough chunks are plentiful and perfectly doughy. Be warned, this one is a bit of a splurge at around $12 a pint, but the taste justifies it. 

**3. Ben & Jerry's Non-Dairy (Chocolate Fudge Brownie):** Ben & Jerry's brings their classic flavors to the vegan party! This chocolate fudge brownie is decadent and packed with brownie chunks. The almond milk base is creamy and satisfying. Clocking in at around $5.49 a pint and readily available at most grocery stores, this is a great option for a familiar favorite with a vegan twist.

**4. Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams (Roasted Almond Butter with Cherries):** Jeni's is known for its unique and intense flavors, and their vegan options are no exception. This roasted almond butter with cherries is a flavor explosion! The almond butter base is rich and nutty, studded with tart cherries. It's a bit on the higher end price-wise at around $10 a pint, but the unique flavor profile is worth it.

**5. So Delicious Dairy Free Coconut Milk (Snickerdoodle Cookie Dough):** This coconut milk-based ice cream is a great option for those who love coconut. The snickerdoodle cookie dough adds a delightful cinnamon sugar flavor to the creamy coconut base. Be aware that coconut milk ice cream can be a bit higher in calories (around 250 per pint) compared to other options, but it's a delicious and dairy-free take on a classic flavor. 

These are just a few of the amazing vegan ice cream options out there. With so many delicious choices, you're sure to find your new favorite frozen treat!