There's nothing better than a sweet treat on a hot summer day, and July is the perfect time to celebrate National Ice Cream Month! Whether you're craving a creamy scoop of homemade ice cream, frozen custard, soft serve, or a refreshing Italian ice, there's no shortage of delicious local spots to explore. While many of us would argue that ice cream season lasts all year long, summer is the perfect excuse to discover a new favorite.

What makes every scoop even sweeter is supporting a local business. We've put together a list of some of our favorite ice cream destinations throughout Burlington and Mercer Counties to help you enjoy National Ice Cream Month while supporting the small businesses that make our communities special.

After you visit, let us know your favorite in the comments below! WIN FREE ICE CREAM!

We'll randomly select one participant to win a gift certificate to their favorite local ice cream shop.