Paper Ice Cream Cups
Built for Frozen Desserts
Disposable paper ice cream cups in 9 sizes — from 2oz tasting cups to 20oz party cups. Custom printing, 3 barrier coatings (PE, PLA, aqueous), and 3 lid types in white, kraft, or bamboo paperboard. Trusted by ice cream shops, gelato parlors, and foodservice chains worldwide.
Product Overview
What Are Paper Ice Cream Cups?
A paper ice cream cup — also sold as a cardboard ice cream cup, since the paperboard body is what buyers are describing either way — is a single-use, wide-mouth container made from food-grade paperboard with an inner moisture barrier coating. Unlike hot drink cups — which use double-wall or ripple-wall construction for insulation — ice cream cups use single-wall paperboard because frozen desserts do not require heat retention.
The inner coating (PE, PLA, or aqueous) prevents moisture from the ice cream from soaking through the paper, keeping the cup structurally rigid throughout the serving period. The wide, tapered shape allows easy scooping and comfortable hand-holding.
Paper ice cream cups are used for hard-scoop ice cream, gelato, frozen yogurt, sorbet, acai bowls, and other cold desserts. Available in sizes from 2oz (tasting portions) to 20oz (party servings) and compatible with dome lids, flat lids, and paper lids.
All Sizes
Disposable Ice Cream Cups — 9 Sizes
From 2oz mini tasting cups to 20oz party cups. All sizes available in white and kraft. Custom printing available on all sizes with MOQ 20,000 units.
2 oz 3 oz 4 oz 5 oz 6 oz 8 oz 12 oz 16 oz 20 oz Custom sizes available on request. All sizes compatible with dome, flat, and paper lids.
Size Guide
Paper Ice Cream Cup Sizes — 2oz to 20oz
| Size | Volume | Rim Ø | Base Ø | Height | Pcs / Box |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 oz | 60 ml | Φ72 mm | Φ62 mm | 42 mm | 1,000 |
| 3 oz | 90 ml | Φ75 mm | Φ60 mm | 45 mm | 1,000 |
| 4 oz | 120 ml | Φ76 mm | Φ61 mm | 50 mm | 1,000 |
| 5 oz | 150 ml | Φ86 mm | Φ72 mm | 50 mm | 1,000 |
| 6 oz | 180 ml | Φ90 mm | Φ75 mm | 58 mm | 1,000 |
| 8 oz | 240 ml | Φ96 mm | Φ80 mm | 52 mm | 1,000 |
| 12 oz | 360 ml | Φ105 mm | Φ85 mm | 60 mm | 500 |
| 16 oz | 480 ml | Φ105 mm | Φ85 mm | 75 mm | 500 |
| 20 oz | 600 ml | Φ120 mm | Φ95 mm | 80 mm | 500 |
Coating Options
3 Barrier Coating Options
Every paper ice cream cup requires an inner barrier coating to prevent moisture from soaking through. Choose the coating that matches your sustainability goals and market requirements.
PE (Polyethylene) Coating
Most PopularPolyethylene coating is the industry standard for disposable ice cream cups. The thin plastic film creates a reliable moisture barrier that keeps the cup rigid even with frozen or semi-frozen contents at temperatures down to -18°C. PE-coated cups are compatible with all ice cream serving formats — hard scoop, soft serve, gelato, and frozen yogurt.
Coating Cross-Section
Single-wall ice cream cup construction
Certifications: Food contact standards · ISO 9001
Lid Options
3 Lid Options for Ice Cream Cups
All CupsPak ice cream cups are compatible with three lid types. Lids are available as a matched set or ordered separately. Which one suits your service is worked through in the guide to ice cream cups with lids.
Dome Lid
Clear PET dome lid — showcases ice cream scoops visually. Popular for takeaway and delivery. Available in Φ75, Φ85, Φ90, Φ96, Φ105, Φ120 mm.
Best for: Takeaway & deliveryFlat Lid
Flat PET lid — clean, stackable, prevents spills during transport. Available in Φ72, Φ75, Φ85, Φ90, Φ96, Φ105 mm.
Best for: Stacking & transportPaper Lid
Flat paper lid — the fibre alternative to PET. It comes in two builds: uncoated, which carries no plastic, and coated for moisture resistance, which does. Name the build when you order. Available in Φ75, Φ85, Φ96, Φ105, Φ120 mm.
Best for: Eco-friendly operationsCustom Printing
Custom Ice Cream Cups with Your Logo
Turn every cup into a brand touchpoint. CupsPak offers full-wrap custom printing on all ice cream cup sizes using flexographic printing with up to 7 Pantone colors. Your logo, seasonal artwork, QR codes, or full-color brand designs — all available with free digital proofing before production.
Custom ice cream cups are popular for ice cream shops, gelato brands, frozen yogurt chains, and event catering. They create a consistent brand experience from the first scoop to the last bite.
Applications
Who Uses Bulk Ice Cream Cups?
Paper ice cream cups serve a wide range of foodservice and retail applications — from artisan gelato shops to airline catering.
Ice Cream Shops
Single and double scoop service, tasting cups, sundaes
Gelato Parlors
Authentic Italian-style serving in 3oz–8oz cups
Frozen Yogurt Chains
Self-serve and staffed froyo stations, 6oz–16oz
Hotels & Catering
Dessert buffets, banquets, room service amenity cups
Supermarkets & Retail
Pre-packed single-serve cups for retail display
Airlines & Catering
Lightweight, stackable 2oz–4oz in-flight dessert cups
Why CupsPak
Why Source Ice Cream Cups from CupsPak?
Production-direct pricing, consistent quality, and global shipping — everything a wholesale buyer needs.
13+ Years Experience
Established 2011. 120+ production lines dedicated to paper cup manufacturing.
9 Standard Sizes
2oz to 20oz in stock. Custom sizes and non-standard dimensions available on request.
Worldwide Shipping
Export to 50+ countries. 25–30 day lead time.
Eco-Friendly Options
FSC-certified paperboard available on request. ISO 9001 and ISO 22000 certified production.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions — Paper Ice Cream Cups
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