Ice Cream Guide

Colorful ice cream cones

Ice cream is one of the world's most beloved desserts. Whether you enjoy it in a cone, cup, or as part of another dessert, there's nothing quite like the sweet, creamy taste of ice cream on a warm day.

Popular Ice Cream Flavors

Vanilla ice cream

Vanilla

The classic flavor that never disappoints. Made with real vanilla beans for a rich, creamy taste.

Chocolate ice cream

Chocolate

Rich and indulgent, made with premium cocoa for true chocolate lovers.

Strawberry ice cream

Strawberry

Sweet and fruity with chunks of real strawberries throughout.

Mint chocolate chip

Mint Chocolate Chip

Cool mint ice cream with chocolate chips for a refreshing treat.

Cookie dough

Cookie Dough

Vanilla ice cream loaded with chunks of chocolate chip cookie dough.

Cookies and cream

Cookies and Cream

Vanilla ice cream mixed with chocolate cookie pieces throughout.

Ice Cream Nutrition Facts

While delicious, ice cream is typically high in sugar and fat. Here's a general overview of nutrition information for standard ice cream flavors (per 1/2 cup serving):

Flavor Calories Fat (g) Sugar (g)
Vanilla 137 7.3 14
Chocolate 143 7.3 16
Strawberry 127 6.4 15
Mint Chocolate Chip 155 8.5 17
Cookie Dough 173 9.2 21

How Ice Cream is Made

Ice cream making

Traditional ice cream is made from a few basic ingredients:

The Basic Process:

  1. Create a base mixture by combining the ingredients
  2. Heat the mixture to dissolve sugar and pasteurize
  3. Cool the mixture
  4. Churn while freezing to incorporate air (overrun)
  5. Freeze completely to harden

Make Ice Cream at Home

Homemade ice cream

Basic Vanilla Ice Cream (No Machine Needed)

Ingredients:

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form
  2. In another bowl, stir together the condensed milk, vanilla, and salt
  3. Fold the whipped cream into the condensed milk mixture
  4. Pour into a freezer-safe container
  5. Cover and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight

Chocolate Ice Cream

Ingredients:

Instructions:

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk cocoa powder into the condensed milk until smooth
  2. Add vanilla extract and salt, mix well
  3. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form
  4. Fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture
  5. Pour into a freezer-safe container
  6. Cover and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight

Fun Ice Cream Facts

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