In a delightful twist, Dairy Queen has reintroduced the highly coveted Cherry Dipped Cone after its abrupt discontinuation in May 2023. Announced on April Fool’s Day, this revival initially tricked some fans into thinking it was just a playful prank.
This special Cherry Dipped Cone, available for a limited time, features a delightful cherry-flavored coating that adds a unique crunch to the classic treat. It’s part of Dairy Queen’s popular lineup of dipped cones, appealing to both old and new fans alike.
Flavor Profile and Availability of Dairy Queen’s Cherry Dipped Cone
On April 1, 2025, Dairy Queen confirmed the exciting comeback of the Cherry Dipped Cone via its social media channels. Accompanying the announcement was an engaging video posted on Instagram, which featured the caption:
“Not fooling you—the Cherry Dipped Cone is actually back”
This nostalgic treat consists of a crunchy cone packed with Dairy Queen’s renowned vanilla soft serve, expertly dipped upside down in a vibrant red cherry coating that creates that signature sweet crunch.
Food blogger @markie_devo, known for sharing the latest in food trends, also chimed in about this exciting revival on social media, stating:
“Grab your belongings, you may wanna run for this one. Dairy Queen brought back the Cherry Dipped Cone. At participating locations now for a limited time.”
Fans had expressed their discontent in 2023 when Dairy Queen removed this beloved flavor from its dipped cone offerings. However, the heartache was short-lived when the brand temporarily reinstated the Cherry Dipped Cone in March 2024, before it disappeared again at the close of summer.
According to recent reports from The Sun, the return of the Cherry Dipped Cone aligns perfectly with Dairy Queen’s seasonal promotions, which are set to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Included in these offerings is the Under the Rainbow Shake, a whimsical blend of strawberry flavoring, rainbow sprinkles, vanilla ice cream, and whipped cream—a delightful tribute to the festive occasion.
Additional seasonal delights include the Mint Brownie Blizzard, featuring brownie chunks mixed with creamy mint ice cream and choco chunks, along with the various dipped cone flavors like Chocolate Dipped, Confetti Cake Dipped Cones, and the newly introduced Crunchin’ Cookie Dipped Cones.
The Cherry Dipped Cone will only be available for a limited time, although Dairy Queen has yet to announce the exact duration for which this beloved flavor will be served.
An Overview of Dairy Queen
Dairy Queen, founded in 1940 by John Fremont McCullough and his son Alex, has established itself as a leader in frozen dairy products. The first Dairy Queen restaurant opened in Joliet, Illinois, on June 22, 1940. Today, the franchise operates over 7,700 outlets across more than 20 countries worldwide, retaining its reputation for delicious treats.
Recently, in honor of its 85th anniversary, Dairy Queen celebrated by offering small Blizzard treats for just 85 cents with any purchase of $1 from March 24 through April 6, 2025, allowing fans to indulge in their favorite frozen delicacies.