What is Frozen Custard and why is it so good? History Frozen custard was invented in Coney Island, New York in 1919, when ice cream vendors Archie and Elton Kohr found that adding egg yolks to ice cream created a smoother texture and helped the ice cream stay cold longer. In their first weekend on the boardwalk, the Kohr brothers sold 18,460 cones. Characteristics In the United States, the Food and Drug Administration requires products marketed as frozen custard to contain at least 10 percent milkfat and 1.4 percent egg yolk solids. If it has a smaller percentage of egg yolk solids, it is considered ice cream. True frozen custard is a very dense dessert. Soft serve ice creams may have an overrun as large as 100%, meaning half (WOW..half!) of the final product is composed of air. Frozen custard, when made in a proper continuous freezer will have an overrun of 15–30% depending on the machine manufacturer (an overrun percentage similar to gelato). Air is not pumped into the mix, nor is it added as an "ingredient" but gets into the frozen state by the agitation of liquid similar to whisking a meringue. The percentage of butterfat and egg yolk gives frozen custard a thick, creamy texture and a smoother consistency than ice cream. Another difference between commercially produced frozen custard and commercial ice cream is the way the custard is frozen. The speed with which the product leaves the barrel minimizes the amount of air in the product but more importantly ensures that the ice crystals formed are very small. Frozen custard is usually prepared fresh at the place of sale, rather than stored; however, it is occasionally available in supermarkets or by mail order. Generally, modern frozen custard stands provide up to three different flavors per day: vanilla, chocolate, and a unique "flavor of the day." So...our "J Gelati" custard flavor selection far surpasses most that is out there... Our Italian Ice is locally made with time honored recipes. Our special products are uniquely available to you in the Northwest! Spread the word!! We appreciate your business and look forward to seeing you..SOON! Have a Great Day!!
Posted on: Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:42:56 +0000