One tray of ice, one bowl of fruit, a game that gets silly fast. It is a $ at home date that runs about under 1 hr, in three steps.

Updated October 2026

Ice Cube Dessert Game

One tray of ice, one bowl of fruit, a game that gets silly fast.

Strike 1Set out an ice tray and a bowl of fruit or chocolate to pair with it.
Strike 2Take turns choosing a combination for the other person to try, no warning given.
Strike 3Rate every combination out loud and crown one a permanent house favorite.

Upgrade itAdd a spicy pepper wildcard round for the truly brave combination.

RaincheckA single ice cube and one shared treat still runs the same game.

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