Chowhound writer Kyle Grace Trinidad definitively ranked 11 popular vanilla ice cream brands by texture, flavor, mouthfeel, and aftertaste. She found Häagen-Dazs to be the best.
Häagen-Dazs Vanilla Bean Ice Cream has a silky, gentle taste and texture, perfect for savoring a standalone scoop and mild enough to complement any accompanying dessert.
The high fat content means the ice cream takes a few minutes to soften, but the result is a deliciously creamy, smooth treat. The only downside is the cost at $3.99 for 14 ounces.