Ice Cream Cookies is an indica-leaning hybrid cannabis strain bred from Wedding Cake and Gelato #33, known for a sweet vanilla flavor and a relaxed, hungry high. Leafly credits it to Seed Junky Genetics, though Weedmaps describes its origins as unconfirmed. Leafly lists about 26% THC, so it sits on the strong end of the dessert family.
Ice Cream Cookies Strain at a Glance
| Type | Indica-leaning hybrid |
|---|---|
| Lineage | Wedding Cake × Gelato #33 |
| Breeder / origin | Credited to Seed Junky Genetics by Leafly; other databases call its origin unconfirmed |
| THC | About 26% (Leafly) (typical lab range) |
| CBD | Not listed |
| Dominant terpenes | Beta-caryophyllene, Humulene, Limonene |
| Aroma and flavor | vanilla, sugar, berries, sweet earth, butter, mint, sweet |
| Reported effects | relaxed, happy, hungry, giggly |
| Best for | evening use, winding down, experienced consumers |
Where Ice Cream Cookies Comes From
Leafly and Weedmaps both list Ice Cream Cookies as a cross of Wedding Cake and Gelato #33. Leafly names Seed Junky Genetics as the breeder, while Weedmaps calls it a cultivar of unconfirmed origin and notes that it is not sold as seeds or clones. We could not find a breeder release or seed listing that settles the question.
The parentage is worth a second look. Wedding Cake crossed with Gelato #33 is the same pairing SeedFinder gives for Seed Junky’s Ice Cream Cake, one of the best-known dessert strains of the last decade. That makes it likely that some Ice Cream Cookies on menus is a renamed Ice Cream Cake cut or a close sibling, but no source confirms it, so treat the two as related rather than identical.
Both parents come from the Cookies family. Wedding Cake traces back to Girl Scout Cookies, and Gelato #33 (also called Larry Bird) comes from Sunset Sherbet and Thin Mint GSC. That shared background explains the sweet, creamy profile and the heavy finish.
Ice Cream Cookies Effects: What It Feels Like
Leafly reviewers most often tag Ice Cream Cookies as hungry, relaxed and happy, and Weedmaps reviewers add giggly. Leafly describes a high that opens in the head with a bright, uplifting lift and then slides toward sedation and full-body relaxation. That arc is typical of Wedding Cake and Gelato crosses.
The munchies come up often, so plan for snacks. With THC listed around 26%, this is not a casual first strain. Newer consumers should start with one small hit and wait 15 minutes before deciding on more. It fits a quiet evening at home better than a busy afternoon.
Ice Cream Cookies Terpenes, Aroma and Flavor
Leafly lists vanilla, butter and mint as the main flavors, and Weedmaps reviewers mostly report sweet and vanilla. Weedmaps describes an aroma of sugar, berries and vanilla with a sweet, earthy taste. Leafly admits that flavor reports are still thin, so expect some variation from grower to grower.
Leafly lists caryophyllene as the dominant terpene, followed by humulene and limonene. Caryophyllene adds a peppery warmth under the sweetness, humulene a dry, woody edge, and limonene a light citrus lift.
- Beta-caryophyllene: peppery and spicy, also found in black pepper and cloves
- Humulene: woody and hoppy, also found in hops and basil
- Limonene: bright citrus, also found in lemon and orange peel
Terpene levels vary from grower to grower and batch to batch, so check the lab label on the package. Learn more in our guide to cannabis terpenes.
Side Effects and How to Use Ice Cream Cookies
Leafly reviewers list dry eyes and dry mouth most often, and some mention feeling anxious. At this potency, a heavy dose can bring on racing thoughts in sensitive people. Keep water nearby and start low.
How strong Ice Cream Cookies feels depends on the batch, your tolerance and how you consume it. Start low, go slow, and read our guide to dosing cannabis.
Do People Use Ice Cream Cookies for Medical Reasons?
Leafly readers most often mention reaching for Ice Cream Cookies during lack of appetite (22%), anxiety (22%) and depression (17%), from a small number of reports. Leafly’s description also notes users who choose it for pain. These are self-reports, not clinical evidence.
These are user reports, not clinical findings. For what research actually supports, see our cannabis health and research section, and talk to your doctor before using cannabis for a health condition.
Strains Like Ice Cream Cookies
- Ice Cream Cake: listed with the same Wedding Cake and Gelato #33 parentage
- Wedding Cake: a parent, with the same sweet, heavy finish
- Gelato: the family behind Gelato #33
- Gelato Cookies: another creamy Cookies and Gelato blend
- London Pound Cake: a similar sweet dessert hybrid
Browse more indica strains, the full strain directory, or our guide to cannabis strains.
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Where to Buy Ice Cream Cookies
Dispensary menus change every week, and Ice Cream Cookies may be sold under its own name, as a cross or as a pre-roll or vape. The fastest way to find it is to check store menus online before you go. In Ann Arbor, browse Ann Arbor dispensaries and check the menus at stores like District Green and Herbana. In Vancouver, browse Vancouver dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Craft Cannabis Mill Plain and The Herbery NE 78th. You can also browse licensed dispensaries in every state we cover. Adults 21 and older can buy with a valid photo ID; see cannabis laws by state for purchase limits.
Ice Cream Cookies FAQ
Is Ice Cream Cookies indica or sativa?
It leans indica. Leafly lists it as an indica, and its effects move from a short head lift into body relaxation.
What is Ice Cream Cookies a cross of?
Leafly and Weedmaps both list Wedding Cake crossed with Gelato #33.
Who bred Ice Cream Cookies?
Leafly credits Seed Junky Genetics, but Weedmaps calls its origin unconfirmed and no breeder release documents it.
Is Ice Cream Cookies the same as Ice Cream Cake?
Not officially. They share the same listed parents, so they are closely related, but no source confirms they are the same cut.
How strong is Ice Cream Cookies?
Leafly lists about 26% THC, which is well above average.
What does Ice Cream Cookies taste like?
Sweet vanilla with buttery and light mint notes, plus some berry on the nose.
For adults 21+ in legal states. Strain information reflects breeder descriptions, lab data and user reports; effects vary by person and batch. Not medical advice.