Ice Cream & Milkshakes
Blue Bell Ice Cream, Classic Floats & Creamy Milkshakes in Downtown Walhalla
Treat yourself to classic ice cream treats at Alexander’s. We proudly serve Blue Bell Ice Cream, the Little Creamery in Brenham, Texas with the big taste. From hand-dipped scoops to old-fashioned ice cream floats, creamy milkshakes, and classic banana splits, our ice cream menu brings sweet nostalgia and delicious flavors to downtown Walhalla. Create your own custom float or shake with endless flavor combinations, or enjoy timeless favorites done right.
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WHY OUR ICE CREAM STANDS OUT
Premium Blue Bell Ice Cream
We use Blue Bell Ice Cream, a beloved Southern brand known for rich, creamy texture and authentic flavors. When only the best will do, we choose Blue Bell.
Create Your Own
Combine any ice cream flavor with any soda to create custom floats, shakes, and malts. The possibilities are endless, classic or creative, it's your choice.
Old-Fashioned Favorites
From banana splits to affogatos, we serve timeless ice cream treats made the traditional way. Simple pleasures, perfectly executed.
Just Curious... Have you Heard of an Affogato?
An Italian classic! One scoop of Blue Bell vanilla ice cream “drowned” in a shot of our hot Puerto Rican espresso. Simple, elegant, and absolutely delicious. The hot espresso melts the cold ice cream creating a perfect coffee-dessert hybrid.
So what’s in an Affogato?
- 1 scoop Blue Bell Vanilla ice cream
- Double shot of hot espresso
- Optional: Drizzle of chocolate or caramel
Perfect for: Coffee lovers, after dinner, those who want something sophisticated
Note: This is the same affogato we serve on our coffee menu, it’s too good not to mention twice!
Build Your Own
Floats, Shakes & Malts
The ultimate customizable treats! Combine any Blue Bell ice cream flavor with any soda to create your perfect float, shake, or malt. We’ll give you some classic combos to try, or get creative and make your own.
Flavors
- Homemade Vanilla
- Dutch Chocolate
- Cookies & Cream
- Strawberry
- Mint Chocolate Chip
- Cookie Two Step
- Butter Crunch
- Rainbow Sherbet
- No Sugar Added Vanilla (sugar-free option!)
- And more—ask about current flavors!
Sodas
- Root Beer
- Coca-Cola
- Coke Zero
- Sprite
- Dr. Pepper
- Diet Dr. Pepper
- Mountain Dew
- Zero Sugar Root Beer (sugar-free option!)
Styles
- Float (ice cream + soda)
- Shake (ice cream + milk, blended)
- Malt (milkshake + malt powder)
Floats, Shakes & Malts
What's the Difference?
Ice Cream Float
Blue Bell Ice Cream hand-scrooped in your choice of a soda base, fizzy, creamy, and refreshing. The ice cream melts into the soda for a sweet, bubbly treat.
Milkshake
Your choice of hand-scooped Blue Bell Ice cream blended with milk until thick and creamy. Classic diner-style shake you drink through a straw (or eat with a spoon!).
Malt
A milkshake with malted milk powder added for a slightly nutty, toasted flavor. Old-fashioned perfection.
Some Local Favorites
Our Recommended Combos
Classic Root Beer Float
THE ORIGINAL
Homemade Vanilla Blue Bell + Root Beer
The timeless classic that started it all. Creamy home-made vanilla meets fizzy root beer perfection.
Cookies & Coke Float
Cookies & Cream Blue Bell + Coca-Cola
Trust us on this one! The chocolate cookie pieces with Coke create an unexpected but delicious combo.
Rainbow Sherbet Sprite Float
Sherbet + Sprite
Bright, fruity, refreshing. Perfect for kids or anyone who loves fruity treats.
Chocolate Lover's Shake
Chocolate Blue Bell + Milk
Rich, thick, classic chocolate milkshake. Can’t go wrong with this one.
Mint Chocolate Chip Shake
Mint Chocolate Chip Blue Bell + Milk
Cool mint with chocolate chunks, refreshing and indulgent.
Sugar-Free Float Option
No Sugar Added Vanilla + Zero Sugar Root Beer
All the classic float flavor with less sugar. Perfect for those watching their sugar intake.
By The Scoop
Hand-Dipped Blue Bell Ice Cream
Sometimes simple is best. Enjoy premium Blue Bell ice cream by the scoop, one, two, or three scoops of your favorite flavor.
Served In
- Sugar Cone
- Waffle Cone
- Cup
Available Flavors
- Homemade Vanilla
- Dutch Chocolate
- Strawberry
- Cookies & Cream
- Mint Chocolate Chip
- Cookie Two Step
- Butter Crunch
- Rainbow Sherbet
- No Sugar Added Vanilla
- Seasonal flavors (ask what’s available!)
Available Toppings
- Whipped Cream
- Hot Fudge
- Caramel Sauce
- Sprinkles
- Cherry on Top
- Candy Options
Banana Split
Our Classic Banana Split
The classic ice cream parlor treat! Three scoops of Blue Bell ice cream served over a fresh banana, topped with chocolate syrup, strawberry topping, pineapple topping, whipped cream, nuts, and a cherry on top. This isn’t just dessert, it’s an experience.
Our Banana Split
- Fresh banana (split lengthwise)
- 3 scoops of Blue Bell ice cream (your choice of flavors)
- Chocolate syrup
- Strawberry topping
- Pineapple topping
- House-made whipped cream
- Chopped nuts
- Cherry on top
Traditional Combo: Vanilla, Chocolate, and Strawberry ice cream
Your Choice: Pick any 3 Blue Bell flavors
Nachos
Ice Cream Nachos
A fun twist on dessert! Crispy waffle cone pieces topped with Blue Bell ice cream, drizzled with your choice of sauce, and finished with whipped cream and toppings. It’s like nachos… but make it dessert!
Our Ice Cream Nachos
- Crispy waffle cone pieces (the “chips”)
- Blue Bell ice cream (your choice of flavor)
- Your choice of sauce: Chocolate, Caramel, or Strawberry
- House-made whipped cream
- Sprinkles or nuts
- Cherry on top
Perfect for: Sharing, kids, or anyone who wants something fun and different!
Blue Bell Spotlight
Why We Choose Blue Bell
Since 1907, Blue Bell Creamery in Brenham, Texas has been making ice cream “the old-fashioned way” with quality ingredients and time-tested recipes. We’re proud to serve Blue Bell at Alexander’s because it represents the same values we hold—quality over quantity, tradition over trends, and genuine flavor in every bite.
Blue Bell’s rich, creamy texture and authentic flavors make it a Southern favorite, and we’re honored to bring this beloved ice cream to our Walhalla community. From classic vanilla to creative flavors like Cookie Two Step, Blue Bell delivers consistent quality that keeps customers coming back scoop after scoop.
Fun Fact: Blue Bell makes its ice cream in relatively small batches to ensure freshness and quality control. It’s why the texture is so creamy and the flavors so genuine.
Treat Yourself to Something Sweet
From classic milkshakes to creative ice cream nachos, Alexander’s brings Blue Bell ice cream treats to downtown Walhalla. Stop by for a scoop (or three!) today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have Addtional Questions?
What's the difference between a float, shake, and malt?
A float is ice cream scooped into soda so that the carbonation creates a fizzy, creamy treat. A milkshake is ice cream blended with milk until thick and smooth, classic diner style. A malt is a milkshake with malted milk powder added, which gives it a slightly nutty, toasted flavor. All three use hand-scooped ice cream, just prepared differently.
Can I really make any flavor combination?
Yes! Pick any ice cream flavor from our selection and pair it with any soda for a custom float. For shakes and malts, choose any ice cream flavor and we’ll blend it with milk. Want to try cookies & cream ice cream with Coca-Cola? Go for it. Mint chocolate chip shake? Absolutely. If you can imagine it, we can make it.
What ice cream flavors do you have?
We carry classic flavors like Homemade Vanilla, Dutch Chocolate, Strawberry, Cookies & Cream, and Mint Chocolate Chip, plus unique options like Cookie Two Step, Butter Crunch, and Rainbow Sherbet. We also have No Sugar Added Vanilla for those watching sugar intake. Selection may vary, and we occasionally have seasonal flavors, just ask what’s available today.
Do you have sugar-free options?
Yes! We offer No Sugar Added Vanilla ice cream and Zero Sugar Root Beer and Coke Zero among other diet drink options. You can create a sugar-free float by combining these two, giving you the classic float experience with less sugar.
What's an affogato?
An affogato is an Italian dessert where vanilla ice cream is “drowned” in a shot of hot espresso. The hot coffee melts the cold ice cream, creating this amazing coffee-dessert hybrid. It’s simple, elegant, and perfect for coffee lovers who want something sweet but not too heavy. We make ours with our premium Puerto Rican espresso.
What are ice cream nachos?
Think nachos, but dessert! We use crispy waffle cone pieces as the “chips,” then top them with ice cream, your choice of sauce (chocolate, caramel, or strawberry), whipped cream, sprinkles or nuts, and a cherry. They’re fun, shareable, and kids love them. Adults love them too.
What comes on a banana split?
Our classic banana split has a fresh banana split lengthwise, three scoops of ice cream (traditionally vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry, but you can pick any three flavors), chocolate syrup, strawberry topping, pineapple topping, house-made whipped cream, chopped nuts, and a cherry on top. It’s the full old-fashioned ice cream parlor experience.
Can I get just a scoop of ice cream?
Absolutely! You can order one, two, or three scoops of any flavor served in a cup, sugar cone, or waffle cone. Add toppings like whipped cream, hot fudge, caramel, sprinkles, or a cherry if you want. Sometimes simple is best.
Is your whipped cream real or from a can?
It’s house-made whipped cream, the real stuff, not canned. We use it on our ice cream treats, smoothies, and other desserts. It makes a noticeable difference in taste and quality.
Do you serve ice cream all day?
Yes! We can pack ice cream treats for takeout. Keep in mind that floats, shakes, and frozen treats are best enjoyed immediately or within a short time frame. If you’re taking them somewhere, we recommend keeping travel time under 10-15 minutes for the best experience.
What's the most popular order?
The classic root beer float with vanilla ice cream is timeless and always popular. For shakes, chocolate and cookies & cream are bestsellers. And the banana split is a favorite for anyone who wants the full ice cream parlor experience.
Can kids share a banana split or ice cream nachos?
Absolutely! Both are generous portions perfect for sharing. Ice cream nachos are especially fun for kids to share, they love the “nacho” concept. Just let us know if you need extra spoons.