When people think about East Tennessee, they often picture rolling mountain views, family vacations, Southern hospitality, and unforgettable comfort food. A visit to the Smoky Mountains isn't complete without treating yourself to a handcrafted dessert, and nothing captures that experience quite like a thick, creamy shake inspired by classic Southern flavors.

At Cookie Dough Monster Burgers & Shakes in Pigeon Forge, we've taken beloved desserts, nostalgic treats, county fair favorites, and Southern comfort classics and transformed them into unforgettable Thickie Shakes. Using premium Hershey's Ice Cream as the foundation, each shake is handcrafted with carefully selected ingredients that create rich flavors and memorable combinations.

Whether you're visiting Dollywood, spending the afternoon exploring the Great Smoky Mountains, or simply searching for the best dessert in Pigeon Forge, these Tennessee-inspired shakes offer something for everyone.

If you're planning your visit, be sure to browse our complete Pigeon Forge restaurant menu to discover every delicious option we offer.

What Makes Tennessee-Inspired Shakes Special?

Southern desserts have always been about comfort, family traditions, and generous portions. Tennessee kitchens are famous for combining simple ingredients into unforgettable sweets, from banana pudding and peach cobbler to caramel treats, brownies, pies, and homemade cakes.

Our Thickie Shakes embrace those same traditions while adding a creative twist. Each shake starts with rich Hershey's Ice Cream before being blended with premium toppings, fresh fruit, cookies, brownies, cereals, candies, cake mixes, and other dessert-inspired ingredients.

The result is much more than an ordinary milkshake—it's a dessert experience.

If you enjoy learning about what makes our shakes unique, you'll also love reading about why our shakes stand out from the competition.

Southern Comfort Favorites

Some flavors immediately remind people of Tennessee family gatherings, church picnics, and homemade desserts.

Banana Pudding

One of the South's most iconic desserts becomes an unforgettable shake.

• Made with:
  • Hershey's Old Fashioned Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Banana pudding mix
  • Fresh banana flavor
  • Nilla Wafers

Creamy, nostalgic, and packed with classic banana pudding flavor, this shake is one of the most popular choices for visitors looking for authentic Southern inspiration.

Banana Cream Pie

Pie lovers won't want to miss this one.

• Made with:
  • Hershey's Old Fashioned Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Banana cream mix
  • Fresh banana
  • Graham crackers

It delivers everything people love about homemade banana cream pie in frozen form.

Peaches & Cream

Fresh peach flavor has always been associated with summertime throughout Tennessee.

• Our Peaches & Cream shake combines:
  • Hershey's Old Fashioned Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Peach puree

Simple ingredients allow the natural fruit flavor to shine while remaining incredibly smooth and refreshing.

Strawberry Shortcake

This shake captures another timeless Southern dessert.

• Featuring:
  • Hershey's Old Fashioned Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Pound cake
  • Strawberry compote

Every sip tastes like freshly baked shortcake topped with ripe strawberries and whipped cream.

For even more dessert inspiration, check out our ultimate guide to dessert-inspired shakes.

County Fair Inspired Favorites

Nothing says Tennessee quite like local fairs and festivals. Several Thickie Shakes recreate those nostalgic flavors.

Caramel Churro

Warm cinnamon and caramel combine beautifully.

• Made with:
  • Hershey's Old Fashioned Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Caramel
  • Mini Liege waffle
  • Cinnamon

The waffle pieces provide incredible texture while the cinnamon adds warmth.

Maple Waffles & Bacon

Breakfast meets dessert.

• This unforgettable combination includes:
  • Hershey's Old Fashioned Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Liege waffles
  • Maple syrup
  • Crumbled bacon

Sweet and salty lovers often call this one of the most unique shakes on the menu.

Creamsicle

Childhood memories come rushing back with this refreshing combination.

• Ingredients include:
  • Hershey's Old Fashioned Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Orange syrup

Light, creamy, and citrusy, it's perfect during warm Tennessee afternoons.

Cotton Candy

Fairgrounds aren't complete without cotton candy.

• This colorful favorite features:
  • Hershey's Cotton Candy Ice Cream

Kids especially love this fun and vibrant option.

Cookie Lover's Paradise

Cookie Dough Monster is famous for desserts, so naturally cookie-inspired shakes are among the biggest stars.

Biscoff Cookie Butter

One of our most requested creations.

• Made with:
  • Hershey's Old Fashioned Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Biscoff cookies
  • Biscoff cookie butter

The caramelized spice flavors create a rich, buttery dessert unlike anything else.

Cookies & Cream

A timeless favorite.

• Available with:
  • Vanilla
  • Chocolate
  • Mint Chocolate Ice Cream

Blended with Oreo cookies for the perfect cookies-and-cream experience.

Want more cookie-inspired ideas? Read about the most creative shake combinations you need to try.

Frosted Animal Cookie

Colorful, nostalgic, and incredibly fun.

• Includes:
  • Hershey's Old Fashioned Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Frosted animal cookies
  • Sprinkles

Perfect for families and anyone young at heart.

Cookie Dough Bites

Since cookie dough is part of our name, this shake deserves special attention. Guests choose three cookie dough bites to customize their shake, creating nearly endless flavor combinations.

Chocolate Lover's Dream

Chocolate enthusiasts have plenty of choices.

Dirty Brownie

One of the richest desserts available.

• Features:
  • Brownie batter cookie dough
  • Oreo cookies
  • Peanut butter

Every sip is loaded with bold chocolate flavor.

Salted Caramel Brownie Batter

Sweet meets salty.

• Ingredients:
  • Hershey's Old Fashioned Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Caramel
  • Brownie mix
  • Sea salt

The sea salt enhances every bite of chocolate and caramel.

BroNuMallow

An indulgent blend of:

• Brownie
• Nutella
• Marshmallow

Chocolate lovers frequently rank this among the best Thickie Shakes available.

Chocolate

Sometimes simplicity wins.

• Our classic Chocolate shake uses:
  • Hershey's Chocolate Ice Cream

Rich, creamy, and timeless.

Chocolate Peanut Butter

A combination that never disappoints.

• Made with:
  • Hershey's Chocolate Ice Cream
  • Peanut butter

Creamy peanut butter balances deep chocolate flavor perfectly.

Reese Cup

Candy lovers immediately recognize this favorite.

• Includes:
  • Hershey's Old Fashioned Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Peanut butter
  • Reese chunks

If you're curious about other fan favorites, check out our most popular shakes you cannot miss.

Nutella Creations

Nutella fans have several incredible options.

Nutella

Simple perfection.

• Made with:
  • Hershey's Old Fashioned Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Nutella

Nutella and Banana

Adds fresh banana for extra sweetness.

Nutella Toffee Crunch

• Combines:
  • Nutella
  • Heath Bar

Crunchy, creamy, and packed with chocolate-hazelnut flavor.

Strawberry Nutella

Fresh strawberry ice cream meets Nutella for a surprisingly balanced dessert.

Fruity Favorites

Not every shake needs chocolate. These fruit-forward options are refreshing and vibrant.

Strawberry

• Made with:
  • Hershey's Strawberry Ice Cream

Classic and refreshing.

Strawberry Banana

Adds fresh banana for extra creaminess.

Strawberry Marshmallow

• A playful combination featuring:
  • Strawberry Ice Cream
  • Marshmallows

White Chocolate Raspberry

Elegant and smooth.

• Includes:
  • White chocolate chips
  • Raspberry sauce

The tart raspberry perfectly balances the sweetness of white chocolate.

Blueberry Lemon Cake Batter

One of our most unique creations.

• Made with:
  • Hershey's Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Blueberry puree
  • Lemon puree
  • Yellow cake mix

Bright citrus and sweet berries create a refreshing dessert unlike anything else.

Chocolate Cherry

Chocolate lovers who enjoy fruit flavors should try this combination.

• Ingredients:
  • Hershey's Chocolate Ice Cream
  • Black cherry syrup

Marshmallow Magic

Toasted marshmallow flavors have become increasingly popular.

Toasted Marshmallow

Simple, rich, and comforting.

• Made with:
  • Hershey's Old Fashioned Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Toasted marshmallows

S'mores

Campfire memories in a cup.

• Includes:
  • Toasted marshmallows
  • Graham crackers
  • Hershey Bar

Perfect after a day exploring the Smokies.

Fluffernutter

• Combines:
  • Peanut butter
  • Marshmallow cream

Sweet, salty, creamy, and unforgettable.

Caramel Creations

Caramel lovers have numerous options.

Sea Salt Caramel

A simple but elegant shake.

• Made with:
  • Hershey's Old Fashioned Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Caramel
  • Sea salt

Heath & Caramel

Crunch meets sweetness.

• Includes:
  • Heath Bar
  • Caramel

Caramel Apple Toffee Crunch

Fall-inspired flavors all year long.

• Made with:
  • Apple syrup
  • Caramel

Caramel Mocha Chip

Coffee fans should not overlook this one.

• Ingredients include:
  • Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Caramel
  • Semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • Coffee granules

Cake-Inspired Favorites

Cake desserts translate beautifully into Thickie Shakes.

Cake Batter

• Made with:
  • Hershey's Old Fashioned Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Yellow cake mix
  • Sprinkles

Birthday celebrations become even sweeter.

Cheesecake

• Available with your choice of:
  • Strawberry
  • Blueberry
  • Black Cherry

Rich cheesecake flavor blended into every sip.

Mint and Coconut Favorites

Mint Chocolate

Refreshing and chocolatey.

• Made with:
  • Hershey's Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
  • Andes Mints

Coconut Cream Pie

• Features:
  • Coconut puree
  • Graham crackers

Creamy tropical flavor meets classic pie inspiration.

Candy Favorites

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Packed with colorful M&M's. Fun, crunchy, and family-friendly.

Peanut Butter Lovers

Few flavors are more comforting than peanut butter.

• Choose from:
  • Peanut Butter
  • Peanut Butter Banana
  • Chocolate Peanut Butter
  • Reese Cup
  • Fluffernutter

Each offers a different take on one of America's favorite ingredients.

Why Visitors Love These Tennessee-Inspired Flavors

Many guests discover Cookie Dough Monster after spending the day visiting attractions throughout Pigeon Forge or hiking in the Great Smoky Mountains. After an afternoon of adventure, a handcrafted Thickie Shake provides the perfect sweet ending to the day.

Whether you're craving nostalgic Southern desserts like Banana Pudding and Peaches & Cream, bold chocolate creations like Dirty Brownie and BroNuMallow, or playful favorites like Cotton Candy and Frosted Animal Cookie, there's a Thickie Shake to match every taste.

If you're still deciding which one to try first, our team is always happy to help you choose based on your favorite desserts and flavors.

Visit Cookie Dough Monster for Your Next Favorite Shake

Every Thickie Shake at Cookie Dough Monster is handcrafted using premium Hershey's Ice Cream and thoughtfully selected ingredients that turn familiar desserts into unforgettable frozen creations.

Whether you prefer fruity, chocolaty, peanut buttery, marshmallow-filled, cookie-packed, or caramel-loaded flavors, you'll find something worth coming back for again and again.

Planning your next visit? Explore our full dessert menu options to see every burger, dessert, and Thickie Shake available, and discover why families, locals, and visitors alike consider Cookie Dough Monster one of the must-visit dessert destinations in Pigeon Forge.