Sonic Dessert Menu with Prices (2026): Shakes, Blasts & Sundaes
Sonic Drive-In serves 26 hand-mixed frozen desserts made with 100% Real Ice Cream (minimum 10% milk fat), spanning thick Master Shakes®, crunchy SONIC Blasts®, Classic Shakes, Sundaes, and ice cream Floats. Prices range from $1.99 for a Vanilla Dish or Mini Sundae up to $6.89 for a Large Master Shake, with calorie counts spanning 190 calories (Vanilla Dish) to 1,890 calories (Large OREO® Peanut Butter Master Shake).
SONIC Blast with OREO Cookie Pieces
SONIC Blasts® · Medium size
Prices vary by drive-in. Calories shown for the Medium size.
Sonic Dessert Menu: All 26 Hand-Mixed Treats & Prices
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SONIC Blast with Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough
Rich, creamy vanilla soft serve hand-mixed with crunchy crushed cookie pieces or candy bars all the way through.
SONIC Blast with Chocolate Chunk Brownie
Rich, creamy vanilla soft serve hand-mixed with crunchy crushed cookie pieces or candy bars all the way through.
SONIC Blast with HEATH Toffee Pieces
Rich, creamy vanilla soft serve hand-mixed with crunchy crushed cookie pieces or candy bars all the way through.
SONIC Blast with M&M's Minis Chocolate Candies
Rich, creamy vanilla soft serve hand-mixed with crunchy crushed cookie pieces or candy bars all the way through.
SONIC Blast with OREO Cookie Pieces
Rich, creamy vanilla soft serve hand-mixed with crunchy crushed cookie pieces or candy bars all the way through.
SONIC Blast with Reese's Peanut Butter Cups
Rich, creamy vanilla soft serve hand-mixed with crunchy crushed cookie pieces or candy bars all the way through.
SONIC Blast with Turtle Truffle Nut
Rich, creamy vanilla soft serve hand-mixed with crunchy crushed cookie pieces or candy bars all the way through.
Banana Shake
Classic thick and creamy hand-mixed milkshake topped with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry.
Caramel Shake
Classic thick and creamy hand-mixed milkshake topped with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry.
Chocolate Shake
Classic thick and creamy hand-mixed milkshake topped with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry.
Hot Fudge Shake
Classic thick and creamy hand-mixed milkshake topped with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry.
Peanut Butter Shake
Classic thick and creamy hand-mixed milkshake topped with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry.
Strawberry Shake
Classic thick and creamy hand-mixed milkshake topped with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry.
Vanilla Shake
Classic thick and creamy hand-mixed milkshake topped with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry.
Cheesecake Shake
Classic thick and creamy hand-mixed milkshake topped with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry.
OREO Cheesecake Shake
Classic thick and creamy hand-mixed milkshake topped with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry.
OREO Chocolate Shake
Classic thick and creamy hand-mixed milkshake topped with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry.
OREO Peanut Butter Shake
Classic thick and creamy hand-mixed milkshake topped with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry.
Strawberry Cheesecake Shake
Classic thick and creamy hand-mixed milkshake topped with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry.
Caramel Sundae
Smooth vanilla soft serve paired with sweet topping and crowned with whipped cream and a cherry.
Chocolate Sundae
Smooth vanilla soft serve paired with sweet topping and crowned with whipped cream and a cherry.
Hot Fudge Sundae
Smooth vanilla soft serve paired with sweet topping and crowned with whipped cream and a cherry.
Strawberry Sundae
Smooth vanilla soft serve paired with sweet topping and crowned with whipped cream and a cherry.
Vanilla Soft Serve Cup
Smooth vanilla soft serve paired with sweet topping and crowned with whipped cream and a cherry.
Barq’s Root Beer Float
Barq’s Root Beer Float made with Sonic's 100% Real Ice Cream and signature flavor mix-ins.
MUG Root Beer Float
MUG Root Beer Float made with Sonic's 100% Real Ice Cream and signature flavor mix-ins.
Sonic Shake & Blast Size Matrix: Ounces, Prices & Calories
Sonic offers four distinct cup sizes for all hand-mixed shakes and SONIC Blasts®. Compare exact volume in fluid ounces, calorie spans, and 2026 pricing tiers across all three major dessert categories. Want shake flavors and shake-only prices? Open the Sonic milkshake flavors and prices.
| Cup Size & Vol | Classic Shakes | Master Shakes® | SONIC Blasts® | Recommended Best Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Mini10 fl oz | $3.59440 – 580 Cal | $4.19560 – 720 Cal | $3.99410 – 620 Cal | Afternoon sweet tooth, calorie-conscious diners, or a kid-sized treat. |
Small14 fl oz Most Balanced | $4.29620 – 790 Cal | $4.99770 – 990 Cal | $4.89620 – 890 Cal | The sweet-spot personal serving after a burger or hot dog combo. |
Medium20 fl oz | $4.99810 – 1,060 Cal | $5.791,030 – 1,350 Cal | $5.69820 – 1,170 Cal | Sonic's most frequently ordered size for serious dessert lovers. |
Large32 fl oz | $5.991,140 – 1,510 Cal | $6.891,440 – 1,890 Cal | $6.691,170 – 1,670 Cal | Two people sharing, road trips, or an indulgent celebratory treat. |
Mini
10 fl ozAfternoon sweet tooth, calorie-conscious diners, or a kid-sized treat.
Small
14 fl ozThe sweet-spot personal serving after a burger or hot dog combo.
Medium
20 fl ozSonic's most frequently ordered size for serious dessert lovers.
Large
32 fl ozTwo people sharing, road trips, or an indulgent celebratory treat.
Comparing beyond desserts? Sonic calories for every menu item.
Sonic Treat & Shake Customizer
Select any of Sonic's 26 Real Ice Cream treats, switch sizes, and stack extra candies or warm fudge drizzles. Instantly see accurate calories, macros, updated price, and your exact carhop ordering script.
Medium SONIC Blast with Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough
Prices and availability may vary slightly by franchise location. Nutrition estimates are based on standard Sonic build proportions.
Is Sonic Ice Cream Real Ice Cream? (The USDA Truth)
Unlike many national fast-food competitors whose frozen desserts legally cannot be called “ice cream,” Sonic Drive-In serves certified 100% Real Ice Cream across all shakes, sundaes, and SONIC Blasts®. For cones, sundaes and per-item calories, see our Sonic ice cream and sundae menu.
The Federal 10% Butterfat Requirement
Under federal United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and FDA standards (21 CFR 135.110), a product may only be labeled and sold as “Ice Cream” if it contains a minimum of 10% milk fat (butterfat) before the addition of bulky flavoring ingredients.
Many major fast-food chains—including Dairy Queen® and McDonald's®—use a soft-serve formula with approximately 5% butterfat. Consequently, Dairy Queen legally markets Blizzards as “soft serve treats,” and McDonald's describes its base as “reduced-fat soft serve.”
Sonic Drive-In proudly uses a rich, dairy-forward soft-serve recipe formulated with fresh whole milk, dairy cream, and pure vanilla extract that meets the legal standard for Real Ice Cream. This higher butterfat concentration gives Sonic shakes and blasts their distinctively thick, velvety mouthfeel and rich dairy finish.
Why Sonic Shakes Are Hand-Mixed to Order
- 100% Real Dairy: Made with wholesome dairy milk and heavy cream.
- Custom Thickness: Ask your carhop for “extra thick” if you prefer spoon-thick consistency.
- Full Depth Candy Blending: Spindles mix cookies and candies throughout the entire cup, not just a surface garnish.
Head-to-Head Dairy Comparison: Sonic vs. McDonald's vs. Dairy Queen
Published formulations and official legal classifications based on FDA standards of identity.
| Quality Metric | Sonic Drive-In | McDonald's® | Dairy Queen® |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legal USDA Ice Cream Standard | Yes (100% Real Ice Cream, ≥10% milk fat) | No ('Reduced-Fat Soft Serve') | No ('Soft Serve Frozen Treat', ~5% fat) |
| Fresh Whole Milk & Cream Base | Real dairy milk and fresh cream | Milk, sugar, corn syrup, whey | Milkfat and nonfat milk, artificial flavor |
| Hand-Mixed Spindle Preparation | Hand-spun to order by carhops | Spindle-churned McFlurry | Machine-blended Blizzard |
| Candy Mixed Throughout Cup | Blended from bottom to top plus topping | Primarily blended in upper half | Blended throughout cup |
| Signature Whipped Topping & Cherry | Included free on all Hand-Mixed Shakes | Discontinued / Optional surcharge | Not standard on Blizzards |
Sonic Half-Price Shakes: Hours, Sonic Nights & 2026 App Deals
Wondering whatever happened to Sonic's famous half-price shakes after 8 PM? Here is the full breakdown of how evening dessert discounts work today and how to save up to 50% on every order in 2026.
The 2026 Reality: Does Sonic Still Have Half-Price Shakes After 8 PM?
The original nationwide promotion where shakes were automatically half-price every single night after 8:00 PM without an app is no longer a permanent, year-round feature at all locations. Instead, Sonic has transitioned evening discounts into digital app rewards (often starting earlier at 5:00 PM) and seasonal Summer Sonic Nights campaigns.
Tip: Order through the Sonic App rather than the red drive-in stall button to ensure digital shake discounts apply automatically to your cart.
Sonic Nights & Summer Half-Price Shakes
Historically known as 'Sonic Nights,' Sonic traditionally runs half-price shakes after 8 PM (or 7 PM) throughout peak summer months across participating drive-in locations.
Sonic Mobile App Evening Reward Drops
In 2026, Sonic regularly drops half-price Master Shake® or Blast coupons in the mobile app reward tray, often valid anytime after 5:00 PM on select weekdays.
Annual Sonic Blast® BOGO & Promo Days
Periodic Buy-One-Get-One-Free (BOGO) or $1.99 treat specials on National Ice Cream Day (third Sunday in July) and back-to-school promotional windows.
Birthday Treat Reward
Sonic rewards loyalty account holders with a complimentary dessert reward (such as a free small Classic Shake or regular dish) during their birthday month.
Top 5 Sonic Dessert Secret Menu Hacks (2026)
Because Sonic hand-mixes every single shake and blast on commercial spindles, you can custom-blend any flavor combination. Here are the 5 highest-rated secret menu ice cream creations and exact speaker scripts.
The Neapolitan Master Shake
Combine Sonic's three classic flavor bases into one cup. Ask the carhop to blend equal parts vanilla, chocolate, and real strawberry fruit puree with fresh whipped cream.
The PB&J Nostalgia Shake
Turn an iconic American childhood sandwich into a rich ice cream treat by adding real diced strawberries to Sonic's thick Peanut Butter Classic Shake.
The Turtle Sundae Deluxe
Upgrade a standard hot fudge or caramel sundae into an authentic Turtle dessert. Order a Hot Fudge Sundae and request warm golden caramel drizzle and crunchy pecans.
The Dr Pepper Ice Cream Float
While Sonic offers Root Beer Floats on the official menu, you can order a float with any fountain soda. The 23 flavors of Dr Pepper paired with 100% Real Ice Cream is the top carhop recommendation.
The Double-Layer Candy Blast
Standard Blasts are mixed by spindle, but requesting 'extra candy layered in the middle' guarantees intense crunch and cookie chunks in every single spoonful from top to bottom.
Sonic Dessert Allergen & Dietary Transparency Guide
Sonic Drive-In prepares all frozen desserts in open kitchen environments using shared equipment. Here is an authentic overview of dairy, gluten, nut, and soy allergens across the ice cream roster. For the full menu, see the Sonic allergen menu and order checker.
Important Shared Machinery & Spindle Notice
Sonic Drive-Ins utilize high-speed commercial mixing spindles to blend SONIC Blasts® and Hand-Mixed Shakes. While spindles are rinsed between orders, trace cross-contact between dairy, peanut butter, tree nuts (pecans, almonds), and wheat cookies can occur.
If you or a dining companion have a severe food allergy, explicitly inform your carhop or drive-in manager so fresh sanitized mixing collars or separate preparation utensils can be used.
Milk / Dairy (Contains in ALL items)
Universal AllergenEvery single frozen dessert at Sonic—including Soft Serve Dishes, Classic Shakes, Master Shakes®, Floats, and SONIC Blasts®—is made from 100% Real Ice Cream containing whole milk and heavy cream. Sonic does not currently offer a certified non-dairy or vegan soft-serve alternative.
Wheat / Gluten
Present in Select ItemsItems with baked inclusions (OREO® Cookie Pieces, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Chocolate Chunk Brownie, HEATH® Toffee, Cheesecake graham crust) contain wheat gluten.
Peanuts & Tree Nuts
High Cross-Contact RiskPeanut Butter Shakes, Reese's® Peanut Butter Cups Blasts, and Turtle Truffle Nut Blasts (pecans) contain tree nuts or peanuts. HEATH® toffee contains almonds.
Soy & Egg Inclusions
Present in ConfectionsSoy lecithin is used as an emulsifier in chocolate syrups, fudge coatings, and candy inclusions. Real egg is present in select baked cookie dough pieces and brownies.
Sonic Dessert Menu & Shakes FAQs (2026)
Ice cream, sizes, calories, prices, deals and mix-ins.
Sonic's dessert lineup features 26 hand-crafted Real Ice Cream treats across five core categories: SONIC Blasts® (thick ice cream folded with crushed candy and cookies), Master Shakes® (blended with bakery mix-ins like real cheesecake bites), Classic Hand-Mixed Shakes (chocolate, strawberry, peanut butter, and more), Real Ice Cream Sundaes & Dishes, and traditional Root Beer Floats.
Pair Your Shake with Sonic Hot Dogs & Drinks
Prices displayed on Sonic Menu are independent estimates based on typical US drive-in retail benchmarks, not live prices from any single restaurant. Exact menu prices, combo meal promotions, and product availability vary by independent franchise location, drive-in stall vs. drive-thru, and delivery service app markups (DoorDash, Uber Eats, Grubhub).