3 Best New Dollar Tree Desserts In 2026 So Far

There was a time when you could pop into Dollar Tree and score the majority of its goods for just one buck. While tough economic times have forced that low base price up by at least a quarter — and 75 cents in some cases — it still remains one of the least expensive stores of its kind (when compared to Family Dollar and Dollar General). Whether you're searching for spices worth the low cost or you're on the hunt for a reasonably priced pasta brand, you can count on Dollar Tree to deliver. And the same can be said of its sweets. 

Anyone who has strolled down the aisles of the discount store knows it sells plenty of familiar favorites perfect for satisfying a sweet tooth. But there are also some special options that grace the shelves as well. Here, we've rounded up a few of the top handheld and scoopable treats the retailer has offered so far in 2026. 

When you think of cream pies, images of crunchy crusts filled with rich chocolate, coconut, or banana pudding may dance through your head. So if you've never sunk your teeth into Massachusetts' official state dessert, you may not realize a Boston cream pie is not what its name implies. Instead, it's a two-layer vanilla cake with a custard filling and chocolate ganache topping. As simple as it sounds, it can be a challenge to get right. Just ask Ina Garten — she revealed it was the hardest recipe she ever created, taking six years to perfect.

Fortunately, you don't need to practice your baking skills for a half dozen years to fulfill your Boston cream pie craving. We're not saying this takes the place of the real thing, but it's a ready-to-eat handheld option for scratching the cream-pie itch. Produced by JJ's Bakery, the dessert features a glazed crust wrapped around layered custard-style fillings of creamy chocolate and vanilla. One reviewer on Facebook said, "Fresh, sweet, [and] creamy ... nice ... and flaky," while another on Instagram posted, "Find me a better little treat at the Dollar Tree, BET YOU CAN'T," and closed her post by praising the unbeatable price of $1.25 for a box of three pastries.  

While people enjoyed the taste, texture, and price, the company packs on a few extra bonuses consumers may appreciate. Pies produced at its facilities are free of dairy, peanuts, and tree nuts and are kosher, as well. 

If a sweet treat is what you're after when the weather is warm, Mila's Soft Ice may be just what you need. At $1.25 per pouch, the frozen dessert is an affordable way to cool off on a steamy summer afternoon. Made by Big Easy Blends (which also produces the recognizable brand Icee), Mila's Soft Ice comes in four varieties: wild strawberry, tiger's blood, cotton candy, and sour watermelon. The latter two are flavors that have been spotted at Dollar Tree.

The snack's packaging advertises it's scoopable with a spoon, but don't pop into Dollar Tree expecting to dive right into the icy goodness. It's in shelf-stable packaging and requires a little time in your freezer before it achieves its signature slushy-style texture.

Reviews on Dollar Tree are enthusiastic, where one reviewer exclaimed, "OMG you must run NOW and get these!!!! This is the best thing I've ever found to even come close to a shaved from my freezer!" Another customer said, "This is one of the best products I have ever found at Dollar Tree. My kids and I love them. I wish it was carried all year as it is sold out at my store." And, just like the Mini Boston Cream Pies, Mila's Soft Ice comes with some advantages for people looking to avoid certain ingredients. There's no dairy or gluten and it's free of dyes, high-fructose corn syrup, and artificial sweeteners.

MoonPies are a Southern-born treat that served as snacks for coal miners and servicemen, and munchies for kiddos since 1917. The original version contained a marshmallow filling flanked by two graham crackers, all coated in chocolate. Since its early days, the company expanded its selections with a wide array of flavors ranging from vanilla, mint, and banana to peach cobbler, salted caramel, strawberry, and even pumpkin spice. But a favorite that shows up on Dollar Tree shelves from time to time is the aptly named Once in a Blue Moon.

The Once in a Blue Moon MoonPie swaps out the standard chocolate for a blueberry flavored coating in a shade that closely matches the sky in the company's iconic logo. And just like so many of the other snacks at Dollar Tree, it's a cool $1.25. They are the mini version of the nostalgic sandwich-style pie, but that price scores you a box of six.

While there are certainly devotees to MoonPies in general, there are some that favor this rarely found fruity version. On Reddit, one said, "Most incredible MoonPie, imo," while multiple other commenters mentioned their surprise at how tasty it is. Meanwhile on Dollar Tree's site, most customers rated Once in a Blue Moon with four or five stars, and one reviewer shared, "They were great! My grandson had tried several flavors, but he said blueberry was the best!" If you feel the same way, head to your local Dollar Tree as they appear to sell out fast.