Milk Sugar Love Creamery Bakeshop

Better than Torico! Great location which is across from Hamilton Park.

The best ice cream in town.
Great combos.
It is ice cream as it should taste.
Not good for the waistline though

This is a fun ice cream shop that features semi-​odd menu items like a blue cheese ice cream sundae. Of course, adventurous culinary traveler that I am, I had to try it. I also tried to make a blue cheese cheesecake once with Rogue Creamery’s Smokey Blue, and it was… interesting. I wanted to see if this ice cream shop could deftly pull off the savory/​sweet balance.
How was the sundae? Well, like the above cheesecake I once tried to make, it was… interesting. I liked it, but did I love it? I can’t say that I did. The blue cheese ice cream was too savory/​salty — it could have used some more sweetness. This, coming from a guy who isn’t crazy about very sweet desserts. It was almost like eating a gooey, runny hunk of cold blue cheese — not something I’m generally opposed to, but perhaps with a glass of icewine, Sauternes, or barleywine, as a cheese course. Sweeten it up a little and this is a winner.
What should I have done? I should have bought a cup of the honey lavender ice cream my wife had. That was fantastic ice cream, with a very pure wildflower honey flavor to it. Based on this, I would definitely be back to try more flavors.

I’ve been here about 5 times already, I cannot believe I haven’t written a review for this place yet. This is my favorite place to grab ice cream, even though it’s the farthest ice cream shop from my apartment. I make my way up to the place for a reason. Well, first is because I need to earn it, so I make sure I walk far to burn a few calories. Second, it’s because of the delicious flavors. I’ve had the salted caramel, nutella and earl grey fudge and they’re all amazing! My favorite has to be the earl grey fudge. Their ice cream sandwiches are pretty awesome too. I really like how they have fun with it — it’s not your typical ice cream sandwich. I’ve had the Fruity Pebble MacDaddy (it’s pretty… delicious), the American and Doughboy. I can’t wait until it’s warm again so I can try more of their flavors. Until summer, MSL, until summer…

I have only lived in Jersey City for about 4 months, and I have been here over 10 times. If I can make it, I am here almost every weekend (yay for pregnancy cravings and the inability to withstand them!). But I have also brought almost every one of my very special visitors in these months to this place, and if not, I begged and pleaded them to come and told them how great it is of an ice cream shop.
And I don’t even like ice cream!
The standouts for this little creamery are that it is also created by a pastry chef, who worked her way up the food chain by starting out as just a wee little ice cream cart in the adjacent park. All the ingredients are natural and organic, which also just makes it taste so much more rich and decadent.
Her bakeshop has plenty of interesting ice cream flavors, and the typicals if you are of the traditional sort. My diehard favorites: earl grey fudge, lemon olive oil, sour cream blueberry, and honey lavender. They also have seasonal flavors: apple pie, pumpkin pie, etc. and they have a freezer of take-​home pints if your flavor isn’t currently available for $ 10. You can also get yours sundae style with 2 cookies ($ 6), which they playfully call the ice cream sandwich, although it isn’t at all squished together into a sandwich. I’ve always wanted to try it, but see below.
The best part, is the waffle cone. You must get yours in one. It is only $ 1 extra and they are handmade crispy, cookie-​tasting, sweet cones, that I might even like better than the ice cream. I have never gone without. And this is why I cannot comment on the ice cream sandwich or sundaes, because I can’t get myself to try them when the waffle cone is always waiting for me.
And finally, they also have cupcakes, bars, cookies, and macarons for those looking for something else. They are all okay but nothing compared to the ice cream and waffle cone.
One day… I will be duchess of this place.

Went here for some late night dessert for a friends birthday and was surprised it was still open. The gelato they have there is insane. They have original flavored hen a bunch of seasonal flavored. Very unique and different from your typical ice cream flavors. Staff was friendly and practically let us sample every single flavor before choosing.
I had an baked apple crumb gelato on a large home made waffle cone. The ice cream was so smooth and soft and even had chunks of actual Apple crumble mixed in. Flavors were so spot on.
My friend had a lavender earl grey tea flavor that was phenomenal. I am usually not one for herb or tea flavors as primary taste in dessert but these flavors were subtle and the perfect compliment to the soft and textural ice cream.
I am definitely looking to see what they have for the spring season in flavors. I would definitely recommend this place to ice cream lovers and people who would like to experiment in both original and unique flavors.

This is the best ice cream I have had on the East coast or none better at least.
All I can say is
Lemon olive oil
Lemon olive oil
Eat on homemade waffle cone
Trust me, you will day dream and create ways to travel back even if you live in a different city, so that you can eat more
Lemon olive oil.

Organic milk & cream makes this ice-​cream simply celestial. While it was not typical ice-​cream weather this was a cold weather treat. I was hooked on the chocolate rosemary from the first taste. This flavor is chocolatey with spicy notes from the rosemary. The ice-​cream is super rich– the organic cream makes all the difference.
The waffle cones are housemade
Salted caramel topping is bananas
The chocolate chip cookie is a great one
Luckily, this sweetest of spots is prohibitively far because if it wasn’t– I’d be in some kind of trouble

Every Time I’m in Jersey city my kids ask me to stop here. I personally think they are a little pricy but the ice cream is pretty good. They have a few unique flavors along with at least one non dairy flavor. They also carry some baked goods which I happen to love the chocolate chip cookies.

If you live within walking distance of this place — hope you have some self-​restraint.
They rotate their flavors regularly and have no problem letting you sample until you find the right flavor. In the summer time they also have soft serve (haven’t tried but imagine it’s as good as their regular ice cream).
My favorites are actually found in the side freezer — which includes the American– a brownie and ice cream topped with a hard chocolate shell and sea sat; and their ice cream sandwich. Two homemade chocolate chop cookies with ice cream (usually coffee) that’s big enough (and priced) for two people — but if you love it as much as I do — you will down the whole thing.
Also — there are Citi Bikes right outside so when you are done stuffing your face you can hop on a bike and burn the deliciousness off. Then go back and repeat.

Oh my ice cream! Milk Sugar Love and HEAVEN is what this place should be named! Finally paid a visit to this delicious establishment last week and must say; I am a fan! I don’t even know where to start with how much I really enjoyed this experience. The staff was amazing, helpful, knowledgeable, and wanting to make sure you ordered something you would enjoy. The girl behind the counter, sorry I didn’t ask for your name but you were super sweet and helpful! The owner came out as well to give us some information on the ice cream and was so friendly.
I truly love seeing great small businesses in JC strive and I think MSL will just do that! The use of organic and fresh ingredients is fantastic and important. They are so many options to choose from and the way you get your ice cream as well. You can get 1 scoop or 2, cup, cone, or sandwich! Since I haven’t had one in years I went with taking my ice cream in a sandwich. The cookie was perfect the right amount softness and crunch. It was so divine and filling.
Although the shop is small they have so much to offer from ice creams to cakes, cookies, brownies and other treats. I will definitely be coming back to visit and perhaps this will be my ice cream go to place.

I consume ice cream year-​round [1], so the fact that I have yet to review Milk Sugar Love is a travesty in and of itself. The Jersey City staple that began as a small pushcart found only at farmers markets has turned into a cozy brick and mortar on the corner of Jersey City’s Hamilton Park, all under the watchful eye of (former graphic designer turned pastry chef) Emma Taylor. It’s a bold venture for the area, as almost no other ice cream shop proudly utilizes the organic milk from grass-​fed cows that Milk Sugar Love does, nor do they make their ice cream with eggs; at its core, the business truly is a testament to milk and sugar.
For those looking to make a visit, note that the storefront isn’t exactly the most spacious venue; there’s no room for indoor seating (although there’s a handful of chairs outside available in warmer weather), so be prepared to take your ice cream to go. Also note that flavors you find one day may not be available on another. Although there’s a handful of regular flavors (Vanilla Bean, Salted Caramel, Classic Chocolate and Lemon Olive Oil), the rest are on regular rotation based on production for the day. For the root beer lovers, the Ginger Creamsicle was a mild, creamy variation of the typically pungent root, and the amount of sweetness added prevented it from being too overwhelming for the tastebuds. I have to admit a certain bias for the Earl Grey Fudge, however; the dual earthy-​yet-​citrusy tea layers surprisingly well with the chocolate base that’s interspersed in the ice cream. Each scoop is creamy without being heavy, and maintains its texture even in higher temperatures. You might also find creative offerings like the Green Tea Toasted Meringue, Maple Toffee Bacon, or Christmas Cake if you arrive on a fortuitous day…
As with any artisanal, hand-​crafted ice cream, this treat comes at a rather hefty price. One scoop will set you back just shy of $ 4, and the optional hand-​pressed sugar cone is a tempting add on as well. And if ice cream isn’t your thing, not to worry — Milk Sugar Love also offers a variety of tarts, cookies, cupcakes, and cakes that will sate any sweet tooth. ;)
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[1] I would hazard to say I actually eat more of it during the winter…

Well what can I say… ummmm… howz about «Slammminnn»! That’s right! «SLAMMMIIINNNN»
Milk Sugar Love is delicious. Check this out:
—-they have flavors that are just cray-​cray!
Like: Lemon Olive Oil!!!, Maple Bacon (YESSSS I SAID BACON), and Honey Lavender… emmmmmm!
Sometimes they have available their gluten free coconut-​chocolate chip cookie ice cream sandwich. It’s AMAZING! And perfect for any hot day!

This Is REALLY a hidden little gem. (if you get off the Newport Path train stop walk through the mall and over towards Hamilton Park)… YOU will be in front of the store front on the left hand side of their street.
We walked in on a pretty hot day looking for a tasty treat. My friend wanted to cinnamon ice cream which is in the special of the month. It is called Broa Sundae, Doce De Avo (not sure what that means): probably tasty treat. This creation was created by the owner of something his grandma would make for him when they were kids. Its almost amazing once you see the ingredients and then you taste it. I might not have gotten this without my friend, but this was a little treat. Not sure the calorie count, so don’t ask me. Its great for sharing so just think HALF the calories.
I loved this creation. The flavors of the egg yolk, sugar, cream, milky ice cream, with cinnamon ice cream was delicious. The almonds were perfect with a little crunch. This is a monthly dish so get it why its hot. FYI you can’t get the cinnamon ice cream UNLESS you order this tasty deliciousness treat. I tasted the Stumptown coffee and this was astonishing in fact I might need a scoop or two when we head to project eats. I hope they are going to be there this weekend.

Yes, yes, a thousand times, yes! Stop reading this review, get off your phone, and get to this place now.
…still here? You’re wasting precious moments and are simply prolonging the inevitable. Alas, what else can I do to convince you? Oh yea, how about the fact that you can pick any flavor of ice cream you want and any two cookies and they’ll TURN IT INTO A FREAKING ICE CREAM SANDWICH.
Go young Padawan. Fly fly.

Hit or miss — different flavor combinations in small portions.
A small storefront ice cream place that has a wide variety of different flavors you possibly never tried. Ear grey-​fudge, salted caramel, chocolate coconut, peanut caramel swirl (?) are the types I tried. Service was pleasant but the storefront is so small I felt cramped and pressured to pick quickly due to a short line behind me in an already tiny store.
The ice cream has a creamier texture and more of a gelato consistency not a hard ice cream. The fat content must be slightly higher as you can tell in its taste. However I’ll say the flavor profiles can be very strong and overwhelm. Sometimes in a good way, sometimes not depending on flavor.
Can’t say I’ll visit again, but it was ice cream worth trying!

Stumptown coffee ice cream in waffle cone (one scoop) — the waffle cone was thin and crunchy as if it were homemade. It was deliciously sugary. The coffe was a clear winner. It tasted like the actual real life *strong* coffee! I’ll be back for it.
French toast sundae — french toast ice cream, candied bacon, whipped cream, and raspberry sauce. WHAT. The french toast ice cream lived up to its name! It was delicious. However, I think I could go without all the fixings next time. I’m just not a candied bacon kind of girl. Unfortunately, the FT ice cream only came in sundae form.
Chocolate chip cookie — chocolatey, cookie-​ish. It was a well made chocolate chip cookie.
Allthis for $ 13, I guess I can dig it.

I’ve been wanting to try this place for months and I finally got a chance to do it because I was around the corner and it was close to 11:00am.
I went on a Saturday morning and it was 11am on the dot and the sign still said closed so I waited 5 min. Five minutes passed so I decided to try opening the door and it opened… so a few people were in the kitchen and a young kid looked at me and I said «are you open because the sign still said closed». He said «there’s construction so we are not yet open». But there were so many items to choose from so I asked «is the register working so u can purchase items?» I WAS SO CONFUSED (door is open but sign says closed) I almost walked out but I just had to try what everyone was raving about. He said «it’s fine I can take you» but he still seemed unsure.
He ended up being nice and let me try some samples. I ended up purchasing the following:
All the ice cream is 100% organic and homemade
Pint of Earl Grey With Fudge — so my verdict was that it was good. Definitely could smell the earl grey tea and even taste it which was weird but good in a way. I wish I only ordered a scoop because I felt $ 10 was too much for me to spend on when I didn’t love it.
Scoop of Mascarpone Cherry ice cream for my husband — he LOVED it! Now this is what I should of spent the $ 10 on.
French Macarons — Pistachio (the bigger size are $ 2 a piece) — these were delicious — chewy and crunchy in one bite
I also got the minis which were $ 1 each — Lavender chocolate — Lavender has this weird taste, maybe it’s the fragrance — you have to try it to understand what I’m trying to describe. It’s really good but lavendar
has a unique taste to describe.
And the other mini is the salted caramel which is one of the best I’ve had. Usually the caramel is hard between a macaron but this kept the macarons texture crunchy and chewy.
Now for the Salted Caramel Gingersnap Ice Cream Sandwich — NOW THIS IS HANDS DOWN MY FAVORITE!!! I wish I didn’t share this with my husband lol. It was that good! The salted caramel ice cream was WOW along with the Gingersnap cookies which was crunchy and perfectly balanced with the ice cream. I can’t wait to try another one.
I also had a chocolate chip cookie which was yummy. If you love the buttery chocolate chip cookies that are crunchy… def try one with a glass of milk or even a scoop of ice cream.
I would of given this place 5 stars but I was annoyed when I first entered there. It would be nice to place a sign at the door and let us know what’s happening. And it didn’t help that it was raining outside.
But I will be back to try the other items!

Lemon Olive Oil Ice Cream — don’t think twice, just do it. You will not regret it. If I have to envision what heaven tastes like in ice cream form, I think of lemon olive oil ice cream.
They also offer superb brownie. It’s soft and delicate. By accident I got the brownie with sea salt on top; it was still good but surprised me.
All the food are crafted to pure perfection. You can’t go wrong here!

I can’t get enough of their chocolate chip cookies! They are perfection in cookie form and super affordable!** Get after it. Their ice cream is almost as delicious as those choc chip cookies and runs the gamut of very unique flavors made with the best quality ingredients. The small which is one scoop runs ya a little over $ 3. It’s pricey, no denying that. But, you pay for what you get and what you get is delicious, high end ice cream.
Oh, you can make your own ice cream sandwich which is probably the best way to go. I noticed they have a Stumptown Cold Brew ice cream float. I haven’t messed with that yet, but for real, way to bring your A-​game Milk Sugar Love.
Anyway, definitely a must stop ice cream spot that actually has the most delicious chocolate chip cookies.
Puppy fro-​yo to boot!
** Am I tainted that I feel the need to highlight cookies being affordable? Yikes!