If heaping mountains of ice cream sound like heaven to you, then you’ll love Putnam Pantry. This cozy shop does double-duty as a cafe and candy shop, but it also offers an incredible ice cream buffet that will make your mouth water. With all of your favorite flavors, and a couple fantastic new ones, you’ll have a hard time choosing what to get! Anyone with a sweet tooth will want to check out this sugary spot.

Stop by Putnam Pantry in Danvers for an ice cream experience like no other. This little ice cream shop is considered to be one of the best in Massachusetts.
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They offer an "ice cream smorgasbord" where you can craft your own sundae and spoon on as many toppings as you desire. Just let your imagination run wild, and create any kind of taste explosion that you desire.
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Rather than passing you a pre-made sundae, Putnam Pantry lets you make the perfect bowl yourself. And it’s so good, that it’s got our vote for best ice cream in Massachusetts!
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Simply tell them what size and kind of ice cream you want, and you can finish the job at the all-you-can-top sundae bar. It’s a true ice cream smorgasbord. There are dozens of toppings, so that you can create your perfect dish.
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Expect quality ingredients and delicious homemade flavors like butter pecan, moose tracks and chocolate peanut butter. Out of all the Massachusetts ice cream parlors, we really love this selection.
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Pile on heaps of homemade butterscotch, crushed Oreos, marshmallow sauce, real whipped cream, cherry caramel, macaroon crunch, and much more. Looking for something specific? Make sure to ask! They might have exactly what you need, or can direct you to a similar delicious flavor.
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Plus, even when you opt for a small size bowl, your portion will be pretty massive. There’s no such thing as a “small” when it comes to ice cream this good.
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There’s also an amazing candy shop here filled with nostalgic sweets and modern treats. Make sure you fill up a bag on your way out, so you can treat yourself later.
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Cathie and Eric Emerson are the third generation owners, and they make everyone feel welcome. They know exactly how to run the perfect ice cream parlor.
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While the ice cream isn't "all you can eat," the toppings are. If you're like me, you'll agree that the toppings absolutely make the sundae. This is the perfect spot to go to design a dessert you’ll dream about in the weeks to come.
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This is definitely the sweetest smorgasbord you'll ever savor. When you’re looking for the perfect treat, make a beeline to this insatiable ice cream parlor in Massachusetts!
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The ice cream smorgasbord is available select days during the week; visit the Putnam Pantry website to learn more!

Have you had the chance to swing by this Massachusetts ice cream buffet before? What did you think? Would you recommend it? Let us know in the comments below!

Stop by the shop at 255 Newbury Street, Danvers, MA, 01923 to eat your fill of delicious, custom-created homemade ice cream sundaes. For more tasty desserts in The Bay State, check out this mouthwatering Massachusetts ice cream trail.

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Massachusetts Ice Cream Buffet

Megan McDonald | March 24, 2021

Are there a lot of ice cream shops in Massachusetts? 

There are literally countless ice cream parlors in Massachusetts. Some have been around for decades, and some have popped up more recently. No matter where you are in the state, if you search for an ice cream parlor near you, a couple will pop up!

Why is the ice cream in Massachusetts so good?

Massachusetts has one of the longest histories as a state in America. And the combination of plenty of local dairy farms, and a longer winter in which to maintain ice, means that they’ve had over a hundred years to perfect the best ice cream!

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