Dairy Queen Cake Menu with Prices 2026

Searching for the right Dairy Queen cake for your next celebration starts here. This guide covers the full DQ cake menu with current 2026 prices, calorie information, and available flavors all in one place. Round cakes start at $24.99, sheet cakes begin at $31.99, and Blizzard cakes are available from $27.99. DQ cakes are available for same day pickup at most locations, though custom designs and photo cakes require 24 to 48 hours advance notice before your event. Popular flavor choices include Oreo, Reese’s, and Cookie Dough Blizzard cakes for every taste preference. This guide also covers cake sizes, how to place your order, customization choices, and check out the complete Dairy queen menu details.

DQ chocolate and vanilla ice cream cakes menu

Cakes’ Nutritional Information

Dairy Queen birthday cakes menu prices for round and sheet cakes
Cake TypeSizeServingsPriceCalories per ServingTotal Calories
DQ CupcakeIndividual1$2.99-$3.29~250~250
Small Celebration CakeSmall4-6$16.99333-4002,000-2,400
DQ Round Cake8″8-10$24.99270-3752,700-3,000
DQ Round Cake10″12-16$26.99300-4334,800-5,200
DQ Heart Cake9″10-12$25.99233-2802800
DQ Log Cake9″ x 4″8$19.99~3502800
DQ Sheet Cake10″ x 14″20-24$31.99208-3005,000-6,000
Blizzard Cake (8″)8″ Round8-10$27.99320-4503,200-3,600
Blizzard Cake (10″)10″ Round12-16$30.99344-5005,500-6,000
Blizzard Sheet CakeSheet20-24$33.99267-3606,400-7,200
Mini Oreo BlizzardMini4-6$14.99333-6002,000-2,400
Mini Reese’s BlizzardMini4-6$14.99333-6002,000-2,400
Mini Choco XtremeMini4-6$14.99333-6002,000-2,400
Mini Cookie DoughMini4-6$14.99333-6002,000-2,400
Reese’s Treatzza Pizza8″ Pizza8$11.99~3002400
M&M Treatzza Pizza8″ Pizza5$11.99~3002400
Choco Brownie Pizza8″ Pizza8$11.99~3002400
Heath Treatzza Pizza8″ Pizza8$11.99~3002400

Blizzard Cake Flavors Available

  1. Oreo Cookie
  2. Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup
  3. Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough
  4. Choco Brownie Xtreme
  5. Caramel Cheesecake
  6. New York Cheesecake
  7. Snickers
  8. Cotton Candy (seasonal)
  9. Thin Mints (seasonal)
  10. Caramel Brownie (new 2026)

Complete Blizzard Cake Flavor Guide

Every Blizzard Cake is built with three distinct layers including a soft serve ice cream base, a fudge and crunch center, and Blizzard mix-ins placed on top. All Blizzard Cakes are made fresh to order at your local DQ store, so flavor availability may vary depending on which mix-in ingredients your nearest location currently stocks.

Chocolate Brownie Extreme Blizzard Cake topped with brownie pieces

Oreo Blizzard Cake

Crushed Oreo pieces mixed into vanilla soft serve with a chocolate fudge and cookie crunch center. The outside is finished with smooth whipped pricing. If you want to check the complete details of blizzards menu.

Oreo Blizzard Cake topped with Oreo cookie pieces

Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Blizzard Cake

Chopped Reese’s candy pieces blended into vanilla soft serve with a rich fudge and crunch center throughout.

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Blizzard Cake

Cookie dough chunks mixed into vanilla soft serve with a chocolate fudge center and cookie dough pieces placed on top.

Choco Brownie Xtreme Blizzard Cake

Brownie chunks blended into chocolate soft serve with a double fudge center and extra brownie pieces added on top.

Caramel Cheesecake Blizzard Cake

Caramel fudge and cheesecake pieces mixed into vanilla soft serve with a standard fudge and crunch center.

New York Cheesecake Blizzard Cake

Cheesecake chunks, strawberry topping, and graham cracker crumbs blended into vanilla soft serve throughout.

Snickers Blizzard Cake

Chopped Snickers pieces mixed into vanilla soft serve combining caramel, chocolate, peanuts, and nougat in every slice.

Cotton Candy Blizzard Cake (Seasonal)

Cotton candy flavoring blended into vanilla soft serve with colorful cotton candy sprinkles on top.

Thin Mints Blizzard Cake (Seasonal)

Girl Scout Thin Mint cookie pieces mixed into vanilla soft serve and available during Girl Scout cookie season only.

DQ Cake Sizes, Prices and Serving Guide

Dairy Queen provides multiple cake sizes across different product lines to suit every group size and budget. Prices shown reflect 2026 averages and may differ by location.

Standard Round Cakes

DQ round cakes are the most popular choice for birthdays and family celebrations, available in two sizes to match your guest count and budget.

8-inch Round: $24.99

  1. Serves: 8-10 people
  2. Calories: 2,700-3,000 total (270-375 per serving)
  3. Best for: Small birthday parties and intimate gatherings

10-inch Round: $26.99

  1. Serves: 12-16 people
  2. Calories: 4,800-5,200 total (300-433 per serving)
  3. Best for: Medium sized parties and office celebrations

Sheet Cakes

DQ sheet cakes are the best value option for large events, offering the lowest cost per serving across the entire cake lineup.

Dairy Queen sheet cake with chocolate and vanilla ice cream layers
  1. Serves: 20-24 people
  2. Calories: 5,000-6,000 total (208-300 per serving)
  3. Best for: Large gatherings and school parties

Specialty Shaped Cakes

DQ specialty shaped cakes add a personal touch to celebrations with unique designs including heart and log shapes for themed events and holidays.

9-inch Heart Cake: $25.99

  1. Serves: 10-12 people
  2. Calories: 2,800 total (233-280 per serving)
  3. Best for: Valentine’s Day and anniversaries

DQ Log Cake (9×4 inches): $19.99

  1. Serves: 8 people
  2. Calories: 2,800 total (350 per serving)
  3. Best for: Kids parties and themed celebrations

DQ Cupcake: $2.99-$3.29

  1. Serves: 1 person
  2. Calories: 250 per cupcake
  3. Best for: Individual treats and party favors

Blizzard Cakes (Premium Pricing)

Blizzard Cakes are DQ’s premium cake option, combining the classic three layer cake base with your favorite Blizzard mix-ins for a richer and more indulgent dessert experience.

8-inch Blizzard Cake: $27.99

  • Serves: 8-10 people
  • Calories: ~3,200-3,600 total (320-450 per serving)

10-inch Blizzard Cake: $30.99

  • Serves: 12-16 people
  • Calories: ~5,500-6,000 total (344-500 per serving)

Blizzard Sheet Cake: $33.99

  • Serves: 20-24 people
  • Calories: ~6,400-7,200 total (267-360 per serving)
  • Dairy Queen sheet cake with chocolate and vanilla ice cream layers

Mini Blizzard Cakes

Mini Blizzard Cakes are the perfect size for small groups or when you want to try a Blizzard flavor in cake form without committing to a full size order.

Dairy Queen Mini Blizzard Cakes in assorted flavors

Mini Oreo Blizzard Cake: $14.99

  1. Serves: 4-6 people
  2. Calories: 2,000-2,400 total (333-600 per serving)

Mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup: $14.99

  • Mini Chocolate Xtreme: $14.99
  • Mini Cookie Dough: $14.99

Small Celebration Cake: $16.99

  • Serves: 4-6 people
  • Calories: 2,000-2,400 total

Sheet cakes give the best value per serving across all size options. The price gap between 8-inch and 10-inch rounds is just $2 but gives you 50% more servings.

Cake Construction and Layers

Every DQ cake is built using a three layer structure that makes it different from regular bakery cakes.

Bottom layer

One to 1.5 inches of vanilla or chocolate soft serve forms the base. This soft serve is smoother and creamier than standard hard packed ice cream.

Middle layer

Chocolate cookie crunch pieces mixed with chocolate fudge create the center. This layer stays crispy even when frozen solid. The chocolate cookie crunch layer contains approximately 180 to 220 calories per serving and is the most requested feature that keeps customers coming back for repeat orders. This signature center is what sets DQ cakes apart from other frozen dessert brands.

Top layer

The same soft serve used in the bottom layer covers the top. Blizzard cakes add candy, cookie, or brownie mix-ins to this layer for extra flavor.

Frosting

DQ uses a light whipped cream style icing instead of heavy buttercream. This frosting is lighter than what you find on traditional baked cakes. Colored icing is applied for borders, decorations, and personalized messages.
DQ cakes are stored frozen solid and should be left out for 10 to 15 minutes before cutting for the cleanest slices.

DQ Treatzza Pizza – Alternative Ice Cream Dessert

Dairy Queen offers Treatzza Pizzas as round dessert choices that work as a fun alternative to standard cakes. These pizzas use soft serve ice cream spread over a cookie crust base. Each Treatzza Pizza is cut into slices just like a real pizza, making it easy to serve at parties and casual gatherings. At $11.99 per pizza, they cost less than any standard DQ cake while serving the same number of people. Treatzza Pizzas are not available at all DQ locations, so calling your nearest store before visiting confirms whether this item is currently on their menu.

Dairy Queen cake layer showing chocolate and vanilla ice cream layers

Treatzza Pizza Flavors

Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Treatzza Pizza: $11.99

  • Serves: 8 people
  • Topped with Reese’s pieces

M&M Treatzza Pizza: $11.99

  • Serves: 8 people
  • Covered with M&M candy pieces

Choco Brownie Treatzza Pizza: $11.99

  • Serves: 8 people
  • Features brownie chunks

Heath Treatzza Pizza: $11.99

  • Serves: 8 people
  • Includes Heath toffee pieces

Treatzza Pizzas cost noticeably less than standard cakes while feeding the same number of guests. They make a fun and relaxed dessert choice for casual events and parties. The cookie crust base delivers a completely different texture compared to traditional DQ cake layers, offering a playful alternative that pairs well with the Dairy Queen kids menu for younger guests.

Customization and Personalization Options

Dairy Queen cakes come with a wide range of customization choices included in the base price. More detailed or complex requests may cost a small additional fee.

Messages and Writing

Standard cake messages fit up to 20 to 25 characters. Basic phrases like “Happy Birthday” with a name are included at no extra cost. Longer personalized messages may add $2 to $5 depending on length and detail. All writing is done using colored icing gel by store staff. Font choices vary by location but typically include script and block letter styles.

Border Colors

Border color changes are available at no extra charge. Color options include green, purple, orange, red, light blue, dark blue, pink, yellow, white, and chocolate brown. Customers choose their preferred border color at the time of ordering. Some locations offer two tone borders for an additional $3 to $5 fee.

Design Themes


Design themes range from basic to detailed depending on your preference. Standard designs with balloons, stars, flowers, and patterns are included free with every cake purchase. Licensed designs from Disney, Marvel, or sports teams cost an extra $5 to $15. Graduation themed designs with caps and diplomas are available at most locations. Custom photo cakes need a digital image uploaded online and cost $8 to $12 more.

Cake Topper Additions

Cake toppers are not included with any DQ cake order. Customers need to bring their own candles, number candles, or decorative toppers. Some store locations sell basic candle sets at the counter for $2 to $4.

Special Dietary

Special dietary requests at DQ are limited in scope. Customers with gluten sensitivity can request cakes without the chocolate cookie crunch center. The store cannot guarantee zero cross-contamination during preparation. Dairy free cakes are not available since soft serve ice cream is the main ingredient in every DQ cake.

How to Order DQ Cakes

Planning ahead is the most important step when ordering any DQ cake. Simple orders need at least 24 hours notice while complex custom designs can take up to a week during busy holiday periods.

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Advance Notice Required:

  • Simple cakes: 24 hours minimum
  • Custom designs: 48-72 hours
  • Licensed characters: 3-5 days
  • Holiday periods: 1 week minimum

Three Ordering Methods:

  • Online: Visit dq.com, select location, choose cake, customize, and schedule pickup
  • Phone: Call your local store and discuss options directly with bakery staff
  • In-Store: Browse cake albums and discuss all details face to face

Information Needed:

  • Cake size and flavor
  • Pickup date and time
  • Message text
  • Border color
  • Contact phone number

Pickup: Arrive during your scheduled time window and inspect the cake before paying. Most locations accept cash, credit, and debit cards. Drive directly home after pickup and freeze the cake immediately.

Nutritional Information and Calorie Breakdown

Dairy Queen cakes are celebration desserts and not meant for everyday consumption. Knowing the nutritional details helps with portion planning and managing dietary needs.

Complete Calorie Breakdown by Cake Type:

Cake TypeSizeTotal ServingsCalories per Serving
DQ CupcakeIndividual1~250
Small CelebrationSmall4-6333-400
DQ Heart Cake9″ Round10-12233-280
DQ Log Cake9″ x 4″8~350
DQ Round Cake8″ Round8-10270-375
DQ Round Cake10″ Round12-16300-433
DQ Sheet Cake10″ x 14″20-24208-300
Mini Blizzard CakeSmall4-6333-600
Blizzard Cake8″ Round8-10320-450
Blizzard Cake10″ Round12-16344-500
Blizzard SheetSheet20-24267-360

Specific Blizzard Cake Calories:

  1. Oreo Blizzard Cake (10-inch): 7,360 total calories (460 per 1/16th serving)
  2. Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup: 445 calories per 1/10th slice
  3. Choco Brownie Xtreme (8-inch): 4,600 total (460-575 per serving)
  4. Cookie Dough (8-inch): 4,810 total (481-601 per serving)

Macronutrient breakdown varies by flavor but generally follows this pattern:

  1. Carbohydrates: 50-60% (mostly from sugar)
  2. Fat: 30-40% (from dairy and toppings)
  3. Protein: 8-10% (from milk proteins)

Sugar content ranges from 35 to 55 grams per slice depending on cake type. Blizzard cakes with candy mix-ins contain higher sugar levels. Fat content sits at 15 to 25 grams per serving, with chocolate and peanut butter cakes containing the most fat.

Allergen Information

DQ cakes contain multiple common allergens in every order, so customers with food sensitivities should review this list carefully before purchasing.

  1. Milk and Dairy: All cakes contain soft serve
  2. Soy: Present in chocolate and some toppings
  3. Wheat and Gluten: Cookie crunch center, Oreo pieces, and cookie dough
  4. Peanuts: Reese’s and Snickers cakes
  5. Tree Nuts: Some seasonal flavors
  6. Eggs: Present in cake components

Cross-contamination risk exists for all allergens processed in DQ kitchens. Customers with severe allergies should use caution when ordering.

Storage and Serving Guide

Storage: Keep at 0°F in the freezer inside the original box. Cakes stay fresh for 30 to 45 days when stored correctly.

Thawing:

  1. 8-inch rounds: 10-15 minutes
  2. 10-inch rounds: 12-15 minutes
  3. Sheet cakes: 15-20 minutes

Cutting: Dip the knife in warm water between each cut and wipe it clean after every slice. Cut round cakes starting from the center outward. Score sheet cakes lightly before cutting all the way through.

Serving: Use cold plates and serve immediately after cutting. Do not leave slices sitting out for more than 5 to 10 minutes.

Leftovers: Return the cake to the freezer right away and wrap any exposed edges in plastic wrap. Finish within 2 weeks and never refreeze a cake that has fully melted.

Best Cakes for Different Occasions

Dairy Queen offers cake sizes and styles that match every type of event, from small family birthdays to large office celebrations and weddings. Choosing the right size based on your guest count helps you get the best value while making sure everyone gets a slice.

Birthdays:

  • Kids parties with 10-15 guests: 8-inch round
  • Large kids parties with 20 or more guests: Sheet cake
  • Adult milestone birthdays: Sheet cakes
  • Small family celebrations: Mini Blizzard Cake ($14.99)
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Graduations:

  • High school open houses with 30-50 guests: Half sheet or multiple cakes
  • College or family only gatherings: Quarter sheet or 10-inch round
  • Custom options with school colors available at most locations

Office Celebrations:

  • Small departments with 15-20 people: Quarter sheet
  • Larger offices with 30-40 people: Half sheet
  • Classic vanilla chocolate flavor works well for mixed group preferences

Baby Showers:

  • Groups of 15-25 guests: 8 to 10 inch rounds
  • Pink or blue borders available for traditional themes
  • Heart shaped cake available for $25.99

Weddings:

  • Small weddings with 30-40 guests: Sheet cakes
  • Casual outdoor summer weddings
  • White frosting with elegant decoration options available

Money Saving Tips

Ordering a sheet cake instead of two round cakes for large events saves between $12 and $20 while providing the same number of servings with less waste.

Size Up Strategy: The 10-inch round costs just $2 more than the 8-inch but serves 4 to 6 additional people. Sheet cakes offer the lowest cost per serving at $1.30 to $1.60 per slice.

Mini Blizzard Cakes: These offer better value than buying individual cupcakes. Six cupcakes cost $17.94 compared to a Mini Blizzard at $14.99 that serves 4 to 6 people.

Treatzza Pizzas: At $11.99 for 8 servings, these cost less than similarly sized cakes for casual get-togethers.

Timing: Order in January to February or late October to November for possible discounts. Skip weekend pickups during the May to June graduation rush.

Skip Add-Ons: Licensed character designs add $5 to $15 to the total cost. Standard designs look equally festive. Bring your own cake topper to save money.

DQ Rewards App: Earn points on every cake purchase. New member welcome offers may give $3 to $5 off your first cake order.

Conclusion

Dairy Queen’s 2025 cake lineup includes options for any celebration size or spending limit. Their 8-inch round starts at $24.99, while the 10-inch version costs $26.99. Sheet cakes run $31.99 and work well for larger gatherings. Blizzard varieties featuring Oreo, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup, and Cookie Dough range between $27.99 and $33.99. Smaller budgets fit cupcakes at $2.99 each, Mini Blizzard Cakes for $14.99, or Treatzza Pizza at $11.99.Every cake comes with soft serve layers, a fudge crunch middle, and decoration options you choose. Place orders 24-72 hours early using their website, calling directly, or visiting in person. Freezing your cake immediately after pickup, leaving it at room temperature for more than 30 minutes causes melting and texture problems.