Straus Family Creamery Expands Line with New Gluten-Free Cookie Dough Ice Cream Flavor
As the new year begins, Straus Family Creamery, renowned for its sustainable, regenerative, and organic dairy farming practices, is set to introduce an exciting new flavor to its super-premium ice cream collection: Gluten-Free Cookie Dough. This new addition, set to launch in late January 2025, promises to be a delightful treat for ice cream lovers across the United States. Known for its commitment to quality and sustainability, Straus Family Creamery continues to lead the way in providing delicious and wholesome ice cream that not only tastes great but also supports family farms and environmental sustainability.
A Fresh Addition to Straus’ Premium Ice Cream Line
Straus Family Creamery’s new Cookie Dough flavor expands its already impressive range of organic, super-premium ice creams. The company’s collection features 12 different flavors, all made with organic milk and cream sourced from family-owned dairy farms along Northern California’s picturesque coast. These dairy farms are dedicated to sustainable practices, and Straus Family Creamery’s commitment to ensuring that their products are created with care for the environment and the community is evident in every bite.
The new Cookie Dough flavor is a perfect combination of indulgence and simplicity. The ice cream starts with a base of rich, velvety sweet cream, providing the perfect canvas for the generous chunks of chewy, gluten-free cookie dough that are mixed in. To elevate the flavor further, decadent chocolate chips are swirled throughout, creating a delightful contrast of textures and tastes. The result is a creamy, satisfying treat that strikes the perfect balance between smooth ice cream and the comforting chew of cookie dough.
Not only does this new flavor taste incredible, but it is also vegetarian, gluten-free, and certified kosher, making it a great choice for those with dietary restrictions. The Cookie Dough flavor will be available regionally at independent and major supermarkets and will be carried nationally at all Sprouts Farmers Market stores, bringing it to ice cream lovers across the country.
Commitment to Quality and Sustainability
Straus Family Creamery’s ice cream stands out in the market for its exceptional quality. The company uses cream that is high in butterfat, which contributes to the rich and smooth texture of its ice cream. The churning process results in a product with less air, creating a denser, creamier consistency. Additionally, Straus Family Creamery takes great pride in using egg yolks alone as a stabilizer, ensuring that their ice cream is free from artificial preservatives, fillers, and coloring agents.
As a company founded on principles of sustainability, Straus Family Creamery’s commitment to the environment is deeply ingrained in its practices. The company uses organic milk and cream from family-owned dairy farms that employ regenerative and carbon-neutral farming practices. This approach helps support the health of the environment, the local economy, and the quality of the dairy used in Straus ice cream.
Straus Family Creamery’s approach to sustainability is not just about producing high-quality ice cream, but also about making a positive impact on the environment. In fact, the company has set ambitious goals for achieving carbon neutrality across its farms by 2030. This goal is in line with its efforts to promote carbon farming, an agricultural practice that helps capture carbon from the atmosphere and store it in the soil. The pasture grasslands of organic dairy farms provide an ideal environment for implementing carbon farming practices, which can help mitigate the impacts of climate change.
A Legacy of Innovation and Quality
Straus Family Creamery has a long history of innovation and excellence in the dairy industry. The company’s founder, Albert Straus, is a second-generation dairy farmer who made history by converting his family’s conventional farm into the first certified organic dairy farm west of the Mississippi River in 1994. At the same time, he launched Straus Family Creamery, becoming the first 100% certified organic creamery in the United States. This groundbreaking move set the stage for the company’s continued success and its role as a leader in the organic dairy industry.
Albert Straus’ passion for dairy and ice cream began during his time as a dairy science student at California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) in San Luis Obispo in the late 1970s. His love for ice cream led him to pursue a career in the dairy industry, and eventually, to start Straus Family Creamery. The company’s first ice cream flavors, Vanilla Bean, Dutch Chocolate, and Raspberry, launched in 2003, were an instant hit and set the tone for the company’s commitment to creating high-quality interpretations of classic flavors.
Over the years, Straus Family Creamery has continued to expand its line of ice creams, consistently developing new flavors that showcase the richness of organic milk and cream. Each flavor is carefully crafted to ensure that it meets the company’s high standards for taste, texture, and sustainability.
A Rare Treat for Gluten-Free Ice Cream Lovers
The new Gluten-Free Cookie Dough flavor is the third cookie-based ice cream offering from Straus Family Creamery, following the success of its Lemon Cookie and Cookies & Cream flavors. All three of these cookie ice cream varieties are gluten-free, providing a rare treat for those with gluten sensitivities or dietary restrictions. While many gluten-free cookie ice creams are made with alternative milks, such as almond, oat, or soy, Straus Family Creamery stays true to its traditional dairy roots. By using organic dairy in its ice cream, Straus offers a rich and creamy option that stands out from the many gluten-free alternatives on the market.
For those who prefer a clean ingredient list and a more natural approach to ice cream, Straus Family Creamery’s ice creams are a welcome option. The company avoids using gums and fillers commonly found in many gluten-free products, providing a truly indulgent experience without sacrificing quality or flavor.
A Sweet Future
Straus Family Creamery’s new Cookie Dough ice cream flavor is just the latest addition to the company’s growing lineup of organic, sustainable, and delicious ice creams. Available at Sprouts Farmers Markets and other retailers starting in late January 2025, this new flavor will delight ice cream lovers across the country.
As the company continues to expand its offerings and promote its commitment to sustainability, Straus Family Creamery remains a leader in the organic dairy industry. With a focus on quality, innovation, and environmental responsibility, Straus Family Creamery is poised to continue making a positive impact on the dairy industry, family farms, and the planet for years to come.
The new Cookie Dough ice cream will be available at a suggested retail price of $7.99 per pint, making it an accessible indulgence for those who value both taste and sustainability. With its commitment to organic ingredients, regenerative farming practices, and high-quality dairy products, Straus Family Creamery is leading the way in making ice cream a more sustainable and delicious treat for all.
