North America Dairy Desserts Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Product Type (Cheesecakes, Frozen Desserts, Ice Cream, Mousses, Others), By Distribution channel (Off-Trade, On-Trade), and North America Dairy Desserts Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2033.

North America Dairy Desserts Market Insights Forecasts to 2033

• The North America Dairy Desserts Market Size was valued at USD 25.12 Billion in 2023.
• The North America Dairy Desserts Market Size is Growing at a CAGR of 2.70% from 2023 to 2033
• The North America Dairy Desserts Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 32.78 Billion By 2033

The North America Dairy Desserts Market Size is Anticipated to reach USD 32.78 Billion By 2033, Growing at a CAGR of 2.70 % from 2023 to 2033. The North America dairy desserts market is fueled by consumer demand for convenience, health-conscious consumers, premiumization and product innovation and evolving consumer preferences.

Market Overview

The North America dairy desserts market is that portion of the food industry that falls into a range of sweet, creamy, and rich products composed mainly of dairy products like milk, cream, cheese, butter, and yogurt. Dairy forms a bulk of many North American diets. Numerous consumers like to consume dairy desserts because of their rich, creamy texture and flavor, resulting in a steady demand for items such as ice cream, cheesecakes, and yogurt desserts. The increasing trend of high-quality dairy desserts, increasing health awareness resulting in demand for lower-fat and sugar-free desserts, and the widespread availability of plant-based dairy alternatives. Flavor and ingredient innovations, coupled with the rising trend of personalization in desserts, are also driving market growth. Moreover, rising demand for easy-to-consume, ready-to-eat desserts, and online shopping platforms are offering new growth opportunities. Further, as food technology continues to advance and consumers increasingly desire customized experiences, some dairy dessert brands are playing with customizable variants. For instance, customers can pick their base flavors, toppings, and extra ingredients for ice creams to have their own, bespoke desserts.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the North America dairy desserts market based on various segments and regions forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the North America dairy desserts market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the North American dairy desserts market.

Driving Factors

An increasing demand for healthy dairy dessert alternatives, including low-fat, low-sugar, or lower-calorie versions. These include sugar-free, lactose-free, and gluten-free products, which are targeted at a growing population of consumers with dietary limitations or health-oriented lifestyles that are propelling the expansion of the North American dairy desserts market. Moreover, consumers are more open to higher prices for premium dairy desserts, especially those with artisanal flavors, premium ingredients, or distinctive formulations. Gourmet ice cream with foreign flavors, organic, or local milk has also gained huge popularity further propelling the demand of the North American dairy desserts market.

Restraining Factors

The increase in dairy allergies and dietary limitations can restrict the potential market for conventional dairy-based desserts in North America. Although substitutes such as plant-based ice creams are increasing, the move away from dairy towards non-dairy alternatives may limit market growth for dairy-specific items. Additionally, heightened regulatory pressure regarding sugar and fat content, particularly for children's products, may compel dairy dessert manufacturers to reformulate their offerings. This can have an impact on taste, texture, and consumer acceptance of such products.

Market Segmentation

The North America dairy desserts market share is classified by product type and distribution channel.

• The ice cream segment accounted for the largest share in 2023 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the product type, the North America Dairy desserts market is segmented into cheesecakes, frozen desserts, ice cream, mousses, and others. Among these, the ice cream segment accounted for the largest share in 2023 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The growth is attributed to ice cream being a favorite among all ages, from kids to adults, and is a popular dessert in most homes. Its long popularity has made it a part of the North American dessert tradition.  Moreover, ice cream is highly versatile, with many flavor profiles, textures, and types that appeal to many tastes and dietary needs.

• The off-trade segment accounted for the largest share in 2023 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the distribution channel, the North American dairy desserts market is divided into off-trade and on-trade. Among these, the off-trade segment accounted for the largest share in 2023 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The growth is driven by dairy desserts being readily available through a broad array of retail channels, such as supermarkets, hypermarkets, grocery stores, and even online grocery stores. Retail channels provide an assortment of brands and varieties of dairy desserts, premium, artisanal, or health-oriented varieties. This assortment enables consumers to select products based on flavor, dietary needs, and price ranges.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the North America dairy desserts market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Blue Bell Creameries LP
• Dairy Farmers of America Inc.
• HP Hood LLC
• Prairie Farms Dairy Inc.
• Turkey Hill Dairy
• Wells Enterprises Inc.
• Yasso Inc.
• Others.

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting And Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Recent Developments

• In January 2025, Ben & Jerry's introduced four new sundae-themed ice cream flavors: Cookie Vermont-ster Sundae, Dulce-Delish! Sundae, Choco-lotta Cheesecake Sundae, and Turtle Sundae. All four have a swirled ice cream base, whipped topping, and crunchy toppings and are now available nationwide.

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at North America, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2033. Spherical Insights has segmented the North America dairy desserts market based on the below-mentioned segments

North America Dairy Desserts Market, By Product Type

• Cheesecakes
• Frozen Desserts
• Ice Cream
• Mousses
• Others

North America Dairy Desserts Market, By Distribution Channel

• Off-Trade
• On-Trade