Complete Dairy Queen Cake Menu Guide: Every Item, Price, Calories & Allergens
Planning a celebration and wondering what DQ has to offer? Whether you’re after a classic birthday cake, a fan-favorite Blizzard cake, or something fun like a Treatzza Pizza, this guide covers every single item on the Dairy Queen cake menu — with pricing, calorie counts, and allergen details so you can order with total confidence.
How Every Dairy Queen Cake Is Made
Almost every cake on the menu follows the same three-layer formula:
- Bottom layer of DQ’s signature vanilla or chocolate soft serve
- The middle layer of the chocolate cookie crunch is mixed with fudge
- Top layer of soft serve finished with light whipped icing
Blizzard Cakes add popular mix-ins — like Oreo pieces or Reese’s cups — into the top soft serve layer, giving each flavor its own identity.
Classic DQ Ice Cream Cakes
1. DQ Round Cake (8-Inch)
The 8-inch round cake is the most popular DQ birthday cake in the lineup. Layers of vanilla and chocolate soft serve surround that signature chocolate cookie crunch center, all finished with a smooth whipped icing. Classic, reliable, and genuinely delicious. Serves 8 to 10 people.
Price: $24.99 (average; varies by location)
Servings: 8–10 people
Calorie & Nutrition Info:
- Whole cake: 3,270 calories
- Per slice (1/8th): ~409 calories
- Fat per slice: ~15g
- Carbs per slice: ~59g
- Protein per slice: ~8.5g
- Sugar per slice: ~46g
- Sodium per slice: ~185mg
Allergens:
- Contains: Milk, Soy, Wheat, Gluten
- Does Not Contain: Egg, Fish, Peanuts, Shellfish, Tree Nuts
- Gluten Status: CONTAINS GLUTEN — Cookie crunch and cone coating both contain enriched wheat flour. Not suitable for gluten-free diets.
2. DQ Round Cake (10-Inch)
Same great recipe as the 8-inch, scaled up for bigger gatherings. Identical flavor — vanilla and chocolate soft serve with the fudge crunch center — just more of it. The go-to when you’re feeding 12 to 16 people.
Price: $26.99 (average; varies by location)
Servings: 12–16 people
Calorie & Nutrition Info:
- Whole cake: 4,980 calories
- Per slice (1/14th): ~360 calories
- Fat per slice: ~13g
- Carbs per slice: ~52g
- Protein per slice: ~7g
- Sodium per slice: ~161mg
Allergens:
- Contains: Milk, Soy, Wheat, Gluten
- Does Not Contain: Egg, Fish, Peanuts, Shellfish, Tree Nuts
- Gluten Status: CONTAINS GLUTEN — Same wheat-containing cookie crunch and cone coating as the 8-inch version.
3. DQ Sheet Cake
The smart call when you need to feed a large group on a budget. Same DQ soft serve and fudge crunch combination in a rectangular format. Lowest cost per serving across the entire cake menu — a staple for company parties, school events, and large family gatherings.
Price: $31.99 (average; varies by location)
Servings: 20–24 people
Calorie & Nutrition Info:
- Whole cake: 7,870 calories
- Per slice: ~320–350 calories
- Fat per slice: ~12–13g
- Carbs per slice: ~47–54g
- Protein per slice: ~6–7g
Allergens:
- Contains: Milk, Soy, Wheat, Gluten
- Does Not Contain: Egg, Fish, Peanuts, Shellfish, Tree Nuts
- Gluten Status: CONTAINS GLUTEN — Cookie crunch layer contains enriched wheat flour. Icing and decorations may also contain gluten.
DQ Log Cake
A specialty-shaped option popular around the holidays and rustic-themed celebrations. Same soft serve and fudge crunch base as the round cakes, presented in a cylindrical log shape that slices into clean, uniform portions.
Price: $22.99–$27.99 (varies by location)
Servings: 8–10 people
Calorie & Nutrition Info (per slice, undecorated):
- Per slice (1/8th): ~280 calories
- Fat per slice: ~9g
- Carbs per slice: ~43g
- Protein per slice: ~5g
- Sodium per slice: ~220mg
Allergens:
- Contains: Milk, Soy, Wheat, Gluten
- Does Not Contain: Egg, Fish, Peanuts, Shellfish, Tree Nuts
- Gluten Status: CONTAINS GLUTEN — Same cookie crunch layer as all standard DQ cakes.
DQ Heart-Shaped Cake
The same DQ soft serve formula in a heart-shaped mold, decorated with festive icing. Available primarily around Valentine’s Day. A fun way to make a celebration feel more special without straying from the classic DQ taste. Order early — availability is limited during peak seasons.
Price: $24.99–$28.99 (seasonal; varies by location)
Servings: 8–10 people
Available: Seasonal — primarily Valentine’s Day
Calorie & Nutrition Info:
- Per slice: ~350–410 calories (similar to 8-inch round)
Allergens:
- Contains: Milk, Soy, Wheat, Gluten
- Does Not Contain: Egg, Fish, Peanuts, Shellfish, Tree Nuts
- Gluten Status: CONTAINS GLUTEN — Cookie crunch layer contains wheat flour. Seasonal decorations may add additional allergens.
DQ Blizzard Cakes — The Full Dairy Queen Ice Cream Cake Menu
Blizzard Cakes are DQ’s premium tier. They take the standard three-layer cake and add a full layer of Blizzard mix-ins — the same candy and cookie combinations from your favorite Blizzard Treat — right into the top soft serve. Richer, more indulgent, and the most requested cake category on the Dairy Queen ice cream cake menu.
OREO® Blizzard® Cake
DQ’s most popular Blizzard Cake by a wide margin. The top layer of vanilla soft serve is loaded with crushed OREO cookie pieces and finished with a chocolatey drizzle. Creamy soft serve, fudge crunch center, and the satisfying bite of Oreo cookies — it’s a combination that genuinely wins every crowd. Available in standard and mini sizes.
Price (Standard): $34.99 (average; varies by location)
Price (Mini): $14.99
Servings: 12–16 people
Calorie & Nutrition Info:
- 8-inch whole cake: 4,480 calories | ~560 per slice (1/8th)
- 10-inch whole cake: 6,910 calories | ~460 per slice (1/16th)
- Fat per slice: ~23–27g
- Carbs per slice: ~76–83g
- Protein per slice: ~9–10g
- Sugar per slice: ~63g
- Sodium per slice: ~360mg
Allergens:
- Contains: Milk, Soy, Wheat, Gluten
- Does Not Contain: Egg, Fish, Peanuts, Shellfish, Tree Nuts
- Gluten Status: CONTAINS GLUTEN — Cookie crunch center and OREO topping both contain enriched wheat flour.
REESE’S® Peanut Butter Cups Blizzard® Cake
The ultimate cake for peanut butter lovers. Chopped REESE’S Peanut Butter Cup pieces are blended into the top layer of vanilla soft serve, sitting over the fudge crunch center. Every bite delivers that classic sweet-salty interplay of milk chocolate and peanut butter. One of the richest — and most satisfying — cakes on the entire menu.
Price: $34.99 (average; varies by location)
Servings: 12–16 people
Calorie & Nutrition Info:
- 8-inch whole cake: 4,450 calories | ~445 per slice (1/10th)
- 10-inch whole cake: 6,840 calories | ~428 per slice (1/16th)
- Fat per slice: ~20–25g
- Carbs per slice: ~55–70g
- Protein per slice: ~9–11g
- Sodium per slice: ~280–380mg
Allergens:
- Contains: Milk, Soy, Wheat, Gluten, PEANUTS
- Does Not Contain: Egg, Fish, Shellfish
- May Contain: Tree Nuts — shared equipment
- Gluten Status: CONTAINS GLUTEN — Cookie crunch center contains enriched wheat flour.
Cookie Dough / Choco Brownie Xtreme Blizzard® Cake
The Cookie Dough version layers chunks of chocolate chip cookie dough into vanilla soft serve over the fudge crunch center — buttery, sweet, and deeply satisfying. The Choco Brownie Xtreme swaps cookie dough for fudge brownie pieces, delivering a deeper, more intense chocolate experience. Both are crowd-pleasers for different reasons.
Price: $27.99–$33.99, depending on size.
Servings: 10–14 people
Calorie & Nutrition Info:
- Cookie Dough 8-inch: ~4,810 calories | ~481–601 per serving
- Choco Brownie Xtreme 8-inch: ~4,600 calories | ~460–575 per serving
- Fat per slice: ~20–25g
- Carbs per slice: ~60–75g
- Protein per slice: ~8–10g
Allergens:
- Contains: Milk, Soy, Wheat, Gluten
- Does Not Contain: Fish, Shellfish
- May Contain: Egg, Peanuts, Tree Nuts — shared equipment
- Gluten Status: CONTAINS GLUTEN — Cookie crunch center and cookie dough pieces both contain enriched wheat flour.
Mini Blizzard® Cake
The full Blizzard Cake experience in a smaller, more affordable format. Perfect for couples, small households, or anyone who wants a personal-sized celebration without ordering a full cake. OREO is the most widely available flavor, though REESE’S and Cookie Dough appear at many locations.
Price: $14.99
Servings: 4–6 people
Calorie & Nutrition Info:
- Total: ~1,800–2,200 calories (varies by flavor)
- Per slice: ~350–450 calories
Allergens:
- Same as the full-size version of the chosen Blizzard flavor
- All mini cakes: Contains Milk, Soy, Wheat, Gluten
- REESE’S version also contains: Peanuts
DQ Cake Cupcakes
Individual-serving frozen treats are built on the same soft serve and fudge crunch foundation as the larger cakes. Ideal for office parties, classroom celebrations, or any event where individual portions are more practical. Each cupcake comes topped with whipped icing and a small decoration.
Price: $2.99 per cupcake
Servings: 1 per cupcake
Calorie & Nutrition Info:
- Per cupcake: ~200–250 calories
- Fat: ~8–10g
- Carbs: ~30–35g
- Protein: ~3–4g
Allergens:
- Contains: Milk, Soy, Wheat, Gluten
- Does Not Contain: Egg, Fish, Peanuts, Shellfish, Tree Nuts
- Gluten Status: CONTAINS GLUTEN — Cookie crunch base contains enriched wheat flour.
DQ Treatzza Pizza®
One of DQ’s most fun and underrated offerings. Built on a chocolate cookie crunch crust, topped with vanilla soft serve, a fudge drizzle, and your choice of toppings. Cuts into 8 pizza-style slices. At $11.99 for 6 to 8 servings, it’s the best value per serving on the entire cake menu — and it’s always a hit at casual parties.
Price: $11.99
Servings: 6–8 slices
Calorie & Nutrition Info:
- Per slice: ~180–250 calories (varies by topping)
- Fat per slice: ~7–9g
- Carbs per slice: ~27–35g
- Protein per slice: ~3g
Allergens:
- Contains: Milk, Soy, Wheat, Gluten
- Does Not Contain: Fish, Shellfish
- May Contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Egg — depending on topping
- Gluten Status: CONTAINS GLUTEN — Cookie crunch crust is made from enriched wheat flour.
Specialty & Seasonal DQ Cake Items
Seasonal Blizzard Cakes (Limited Time)
DQ regularly introduces new Blizzard Cake flavors tied to its monthly Blizzard of the Month promotions and seasonal holidays. Recent examples include the Red Velvet Cake Blizzard Cake (Valentine’s season), Strawberry Angel Food Cake Blizzard Cake (spring/summer), and the Cotton Candy Blizzard Cake. Available at participating locations while supplies last.
Price: $27.99–$34.99 (varies by flavor and location)
Availability: Limited time; varies by region and season
Calories: ~400–550 per slice, depending on flavor
Allergens:
- Contains: Milk, Soy, Wheat, Gluten (all seasonal variants)
- May Contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Egg — varies by flavor
- Gluten Status: CONTAINS GLUTEN — All DQ Blizzard Cakes include the standard wheat-flour cookie crunch layer.
Custom Order Cakes
Fully customizable cakes where you choose the ice cream flavor, Blizzard mix-in layer, icing color, message text, and decorations. Photo cakes with edible images are available at select locations.
Price: Starts at standard cake price; custom decorations add $5–$15+ Order Lead Time:
- Simple message/color change: 24 hours
- Custom design or theme: 48–72 hours
- Photo cakes or licensed characters: 5–7 days
Allergens:
- Always Contains: Milk, Soy, Wheat, Gluten
- REESE’S-based custom cakes also contain: Peanuts
- Gluten Status: CONTAINS GLUTEN in all configurations — wheat flour is present in the cookie crunch base.
Complete DQ Cake Menu: Price & Calorie Summary
| Menu Item | Price (Avg) | Cal/Slice |
|---|---|---|
| DQ Round Cake (8-inch) | $24.99 | ~409 |
| DQ Round Cake (10-inch) | $26.99 | ~360 |
| DQ Sheet Cake | $31.99 | ~320–350 |
| DQ Log Cake | $22.99–$27.99 | ~280 |
| DQ Heart Cake (seasonal) | $24.99–$28.99 | ~350–410 |
| OREO Blizzard Cake | $34.99 | ~460–560 |
| REESE’S Blizzard Cake | $34.99 | ~445–480 |
| Cookie Dough Blizzard Cake | $27.99–$33.99 | ~481–600 |
| Mini Blizzard Cake | $14.99 | ~350–450 |
| DQ Cupcake | $2.99 each | ~200–250 |
| Treatzza Pizza | $11.99 | ~180–250 |
Prices are averages and vary by location. Always confirm current pricing at your local Dairy Queen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are DQ cakes gluten-free?
No. All DQ cakes contain a wheat-based chocolate cookie crunch layer. No certified gluten-free options are available.
Do DQ cakes contain peanuts?
Most standard cakes are peanut-free. The REESE’S Blizzard Cake contains peanuts. Cross-contact is possible in all DQ kitchens.
Can I customize a DQ cake?
Yes — custom messages, icing colors, photo designs, and Blizzard mix-ins are all available. Order 24–72 hours in advance via the DQ website, phone, or in-store (not through the app).
How many calories are in a DQ cake slice?
Classic round cake: 320–410 cal. Blizzard Cake: 445–560 cal. Treatzza Pizza: 180–250 cal per slice.
Does DQ offer dairy-free or vegan cakes?
No. All DQ cakes are made with dairy-based soft serve. No dairy-free or vegan cake options are currently available.
How long can you store a DQ cake?
Up to 7 days frozen at 0°F. Thaw for 10–15 minutes before serving. Do not refreeze once fully thawed.
Final Thoughts
The Dairy Queen cake menu covers more ground than most people realize. Whether you need a $2.99 cupcake for one, a classic round birthday cake for 10, or a premium REESE’S Blizzard Cake for a crowd, DQ has a frozen dessert that delivers.
Every DQ cake contains gluten and dairy. The REESE’S varieties also contain peanuts. If you’re ordering for someone with dietary restrictions, always call ahead and speak with the staff before placing your order.
For everyone else, there’s a reason these cakes have been showing up at birthday parties for decades. They’re genuinely good, and nothing beats that satisfying crunch in the middle.