Morganton's Favorite Since Day One

Scoop joy into your day at Carolina Creamery

Handcrafted in small batches using the finest ingredients. Every scoop tells a story of local pride and homemade tradition.

30+
Unique Flavors
Daily
Fresh Batches
Local
Made in Morganton
A generous scoop of vanilla bean ice cream in a waffle cone, fresh from Carolina Creamery
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Fresh ice cream being prepared in the Carolina Creamery kitchen
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Colorful ice cream flavors on display at Carolina Creamery
A customer enjoying ice cream at Carolina Creamery
Our Story

Real ingredients.
Real flavor.
Real ice cream.

At Carolina Creamery, we believe great ice cream starts with a commitment to quality. Every batch is made from scratch in our Morganton kitchen, using whole milk, fresh cream, and real vanilla — never artificial shortcuts.

Our team sources locally whenever possible, partnering with area farms and producers to bring you flavors that taste like North Carolina summer. From classic vanilla bean to seasonal specials, each scoop is crafted with care and served with a smile.

Small Batch
Made fresh every day
Made with Care
Quality in every scoop
Locally Owned
Proudly in Morganton
Always Fresh
No preservatives
Our Menu

Flavors that make
every visit special

We rotate our menu regularly, but these crowd favorites are always a safe bet — and our seasonal specials are worth the wait.

Classic vanilla bean ice cream
Classic

Vanilla Bean

Real Madagascar vanilla beans in a rich, creamy base. The gold standard.

Rich chocolate fudge ice cream
Classic

Chocolate Fudge

Double chocolate with swirls of warm fudge. Decadent without being heavy.

Fresh strawberry ice cream
Fruit

Strawberry

Real strawberries from local farms, blended into a bright, naturally sweet cream.

Mint chocolate chip ice cream
Fan Favorite

Mint Chocolate Chip

Fresh mint infused cream loaded with dark chocolate chips. Cool and satisfying.

Salted caramel ice cream
Signature

Salted Caramel

Buttery caramel with a hint of sea salt. Our most requested flavor for a reason.

Blueberry ice cream
Seasonal

Blueberry

Wild blueberries folded into a light, tangy cream. Available when the season is right.

Ask about our rotating seasonal flavors

Call us to check today's flavors
Find Us

Stop by for
the best scoop in town

We're located right off NC-181 in Morganton — easy to find, easy to park, and always welcoming. Pull up, pick your scoop, and enjoy.

Address
2362 NC-181
Morganton, NC 28655-6714
Hours
Monday – Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Hours may vary on holidays

Ready for something
truly homemade?

Whether it's a quick cone on a warm afternoon or a pint to enjoy at home, Carolina Creamery is here to make your day a little sweeter.

Get in Touch

Have a question?
We'd love to hear from you

Whether you want to know about catering, special orders, or just say hello — reach out however is easiest for you.

Call Us
(828) 391-1763
Visit Us
2362 NC-181, Morganton, NC 28655-6714

Send Us a Message

We'll get back to you as soon as we can.

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