Food Lens · Frozen
Ice cream
Rich, sweet, and creamy, with flavor and texture varying widely depending on fat content and added mix-ins.
Lens analyzedIce cream is a frozen dessert made from cream, milk, sugar, and flavorings, churned to incorporate air and prevent large ice crystals from forming. It's sold in countless flavors, from plain vanilla to elaborate mix-in combinations.
Where it comes from
Frozen sweetened cream desserts have a long history across several cultures, and ice cream as it's known today developed alongside advances in refrigeration and commercial churning equipment through the 19th and 20th centuries, becoming a defining North American treat.
Buying it
Check the label for the percentage of butterfat, since higher-fat ice creams tend to have a richer, smoother texture than lower-fat or lighter versions.
Storing it
Keep ice cream in the coldest part of the freezer and press plastic wrap against the surface after opening to limit ice crystal formation; use within a few weeks for the best texture.
Keeps about 6 months in the freezer.
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