In the summer season, and not only in the summer season, ice cream remains a favorite treat for children and adults. Today our market represents an abundance of this product. Looking at the refrigerated display case in the store, the eyes begin to run wide, customers are lost among different tastes and bright labels. Picking just one becomes unrealistic. But behind beautiful packaging there will not always be a product that will meet the expectations of the buyer and satisfy his taste needs. Therefore, in our article, we will look at the most delicious ice cream options to make your choice easier.
Content
If you think that this cold dessert appeared relatively recently, then you are deeply mistaken. People pampered themselves with this delicacy several thousand years ago. True, its preparation required the application of great effort and manipulation. Even in ancient China, rich and noble people enjoyed cold sweets, vaguely reminiscent of modern ice cream. And it was pieces of ice and snow, which were mixed with pieces of various fruits. But the recipe for their preparation has long been a secret.
So during his journey, Marco Polo brought the recipe for this sweet from China to Europe. To do this, it was necessary to mark the necessary ingredients in a special form. Then this form was lowered into the water, where saltpeter was added. Since large crystals began to form in the mold during freezing, it began to be rotated rapidly, this gave coarse crystallization. So ice cream became popular in Italy, but not every cook knew the secret of its preparation. Every rich man wanted to have his own ice cream man.So Catherine de Medici, having a personal ice cream man, goes to France. And the delicacy that he prepared was tasted at the royal court. After that, the recipe became a state secret in France.
For a very long time, only rich and noble people could afford ice cream. But soon an ice cream parlor opens in France, then many could taste this dessert, and everyone really liked it. Varieties of ice cream quickly increased, just as quickly it began to spread around the world.
At first, such a dessert was sold by weight and served on saucers, later it began to be sold in portions in paper cups.
The main summer dessert can be classified according to several parameters. First of all, it is divided into different types depending on its composition.
So, the most popular and high-calorie option is ice cream. It contains fat milk, cream, sugar, as well as eggs. In addition, it may include pieces of berries, nuts, chocolate or fruits.
The next option is ice cream. At first glance, these two options do not differ from each other. But the cream version has fewer calories, due to the fact that it has less milk fat. Hence, its taste is not as delicate as that of ice cream.
Sorbet contains the fewest calories. This option is a puree of fruits or berries, dairy products are not used here.
There is another option where they use the addition of dairy products. And it's popsicles. Unlike sorbet, it will not be low in calories. Indeed, in its composition there are not only water and fruit puree, but also a large amount of sugar. Also in it you can find pieces of marmalade.
Also, ice cream can be classified according to the type of its packaging.Firstly, it is packaged in portions or in large packages, which are classified as bulk ice cream. Portion options can be in waffle cups or cones. The first option is usually thin and crispy. There are also waffle briquettes, where a treat is placed between two waffles, you can call it an ice cream sandwich. Popular and a delicacy on a stick. Here it can be covered with chocolate or fruit glaze, as well as nuts.
Well, you can divide the ice cream according to its tastes. Popular options are creamy, chocolate, creme brulee, nut or fruit. But there are also options with very unusual flavors and fillers. These products are sold in Europe and the USA. They can taste like fish, pizza, smoked chicken, bacon, and more. Their cost is different from the usual sweet options, but for that they can leave an unforgettable impression.
The production of this cold delicacy requires not only milk, cream, butter and sugar, but also emulsifiers, stabilizers, dyes and additives to ensure the necessary shelf life.
Production begins with heating the mixture. This step is required to kill bacteria. As this stage is completed, the resulting mixture is passed through a narrow opening, while high pressure must be maintained. This is necessary for the mixture to become homogeneous. This step is called homogenization. Now the mixture remains to "mature" in special tanks, while the temperature should be + 4- + 5 degrees. When the whole mass is ripe, they begin to turn it into ice cream. To do this, the mass is placed in a freezer, where it constantly rotates. When the whole mass reaches a temperature of -4 degrees, then they begin to pack and harden it.The hardening temperature is -25-37 degrees. And only now the product will be placed in individual packaging.
At home, such a dessert can be prepared using ice cream makers, and without it. In the first case, of course, everything will be easier. Especially if your model is fully automatic, then you just need to load all the ingredients, it will do the rest for you. After that, you just have to pour the mass into molds and put it in the freezer. But still, to make ice cream delicious, cook it only from the freshest products and follow all the rules specified in the recipe. If you're doing this with an ice cream maker, don't increase the ingredients. As a result of cooking, the mass will increase in volume, and may overflow the bowl.
But there are a lot of recipes for such a delicacy. Each option includes different ingredients. But usually the basic recipe includes milk, high-fat cream, which are intended for whipping, as well as eggs, sugar, condensed milk. The simplest recipe is a variant of cream and condensed milk. Here it will be necessary to whip high-fat cream well, then add condensed milk to them. Now the mixture will need to be mixed and put in the freezer. Do not forget that the cream should be well cooled before whipping. And the resulting mass is best placed in a wide form and evenly distributed, and then covered with a film. This will prevent foreign odors from entering the product.
When you master one of the basic recipes, you can move on to complex and sophisticated options.
This ice cream from the Nestle company is made according to all the requirements of GOST, and therefore the manufacturer claims that it is the most delicious in our country. "48 kopecks" does not contain vegetable fats and preservatives. After it, a pleasant milky aftertaste remains in the mouth.
This ice cream can be purchased in a plastic tub, portion pack or cup. The weight of ice cream in the tub is 450 grams. 100 grams of the product contains 221 kcal. The fat content of "48 kopecks" is 10.2%.
The average cost of a bath is 380 rubles.
This ice cream with the addition of natural blueberry jam will appeal to both children and adults. The Golden Standard brand has been known on the market for many years due to its high quality and excellent taste. This product has a delicate sweet taste, which, in combination with berry sourness, leaves a pleasant impression. It is also worth noting that the "Gold Standard" is made only from natural milk. Thanks to this, you will not only treat yourself to sweets, but also benefit. The beneficial substances that make up the product will have a positive effect on the nervous system, the condition of the skin and hair, and thanks to blueberries, you will still get a little benefit for your eyesight.
This ice cream is available in a waffle cup and a plastic tub. The bath contains 500 grams of the product. 100 grams of this ice cream contains 262 kcal. The fat content of the product is 10.7%.
The average cost is 360 rubles.
A delicious product, in terms of its composition, characteristics and calorie content, 300 kcal per 100 g, related to ice cream, has a pronounced chocolate taste, as well as blotches of chocolate chips. Ice cream is packaged in a plastic container and has a weight of 900 gr.
Cost: from 900 rubles.
If you want to try something new and unusual, or you are just a connoisseur of the exotic, then you will definitely like this product from Tim&Tim. When you first open the package, you will be pleasantly surprised by the tart aroma of rosemary and the delicate blue tint of ice cream. Do not think that such a shade was obtained due to the addition of artificial dyes. No, the whole secret is in spirulina. This algae is very popular among those who monitor their diet. And after tasting the ice cream, you will feel the incredibly bright citrus taste that gives the wild calamansi orange. And to make the taste even more original and memorable, the manufacturer added cookies with the taste of Jamaican pepper.
This ice cream comes in a plastic bucket. The weight of the product is 400 grams. 100 grams of ice cream contains 230 kcal.
The average cost is 570 rubles.
This product from the famous Baskin Robbins brand will pleasantly surprise all ice cream fans. You will fall in love with this delicacy, it is worth trying just one spoonful. Its taste will be appreciated not only by lovers of nuts, but also by all gourmets. Indeed, a combination of delicate creamy taste with selected nuts, what could be better on a hot day?
This ice cream is sold in a plastic bucket with a volume of 1 liter, the weight of the product is 600 grams. 100 grams of ice cream contains 270 kcal. The fat content of ice cream is 10.5%.
The average cost is 690 rubles.
This version of a creamy delicacy was created in France more than 40 years ago. Such ice cream was served exclusively in cafes and restaurants for special customers. Later this variety became widespread in other European countries. And thanks to the Inmarko company, the delicious taste of this delicacy can be tasted in Russia.
"Carte D'or pistachios" will be remembered for its delicate structure, after which there will be a light creamy aftertaste, and a pleasant nutty aroma. Also in the dessert there are pieces of pistachios. "Carte D'or pistachios" is sold in a plastic form, the weight of the product is 475 grams. 100 grams of the product contains 230 kcal. The fat content of this dessert is 9.3%.
The average cost is 480 rubles.
Are you also a fan of the famous Italian dessert tiramisu? Then this creamy ice cream will suit your taste. And if you are not yet familiar with such a delicacy, then be sure to start your acquaintance with its chilled version. Here you will find classic cookies, and coffee, and even Italian Marsala with mascarpone.
Movenpick Tiramisu comes in a plastic bucket. Its weight is 810 grams. 100 grams of the product contains 147 kcal. The fat content of the product is 15.5%
The average cost is 865 rubles.
If you like sweets, but still stick to a diet, then a way out has been found for you. This delicacy contains half the calories, unlike other types of ice cream. But at the same time, it remains tasty, sweet and even healthy. A distinctive feature of this brand is a higher protein content, as well as various vitamins. But sugar, preservatives, flavorings and other not very useful additives are not found in this ice cream. And thanks to the light coconut taste, you can easily mentally transport yourself to the beach in hot countries.
"O12 coconut" has paper packaging, the weight of one serving is 70 grams. 100 of such ice cream contains 136 kcal.
The average cost is 150 rubles.
Who doesn't love chocolate M&M's. And now you can try ice cream with the same taste. This product is a product covered with chocolate icing with nut crumbs, which is produced on a stick and has the usual packaging for us, like our favorite chocolate dragee. The ice cream itself looks very appetizing, in chocolate icing you can see not only peanuts, but also pieces of M&M's themselves. Seeing this, you want to know what awaits under this sweet icing. And there you will find a delicate milky treat that will not be too cloying. But that's not all, there will also be pieces of nuts. Having tried such a dessert once, it will become one of your favorites.
The weight of one serving is 63 grams. 100 grams of the product contains 320 kcal.
The average cost is 100 rubles.
This version of milk ice cream can be used as a diet food. The chocolate taste of this product will not leave indifferent any sweet lover. And if you also look at the composition of this product, you can see that it is made from natural milk and butter, and also contains vitamins and fatty acids. It is also worth noting that one gram of "BioFly" contains about a million beneficial bacteria. With their help, you can not only put in order the intestinal microflora, but also treat yourself to a delicious treat.
Such milk ice cream from the company "Desant Zdorovya" is produced in a paper cup or cone. The weight of one serving is 45 grams. 100 gamma of the product contains 123 kcal.
The average cost is 50 rubles.
Many are waiting for summer to eat watermelon and melon. But not in all regions, these delicacies appear early on sale. And in order not to wait for the end of summer, you can start with such a wonderful ice cream. It contains watermelon juice and small pieces of melon, and is topped with fruit syrup. Thanks to this, it will simply melt in your mouth, and you will enjoy your favorite taste.
"Exo Watermelon-melon" can be purchased in portions or in a bucket. Large volume is perfect for a beach party or family gatherings in front of the TV.
The average cost of a bucket weighing 520 grams is 500 rubles.
If you are on a diet, but dream of sweets, then this sorbet option is perfect for you. There is nothing superfluous and especially fatty, only puree from the most delicious fruits and juices. Thanks to the taste of tropical plants, you can easily be transported mentally to a desert island, where you can relax and take a break from everyday work.
Movenpick Mango Passion Fruit comes in a plastic container and weighs 900 grams.100 grams of the product contains 132 kcal, and the fat content is 0.2%.
The average cost is 900 rubles.
This product from the company "33 penguins" is not only tasty, but also very healthy. If you follow a healthy diet, do not eat animal products or have lactose intolerance, then this dessert is created especially for you. Its distinguishing feature is that it is based not on traditional cream, but on rice milk. And, as you know, such milk cannot cause an allergic reaction, and also gives a good boost of energy, strengthens the immune system and improves the condition of the skin. To make this product even healthier and tastier, the manufacturer added hazelnuts here.
This dessert is available in cups and buckets. 100 grams of the product contains 123 kcal.
The average cost is 340 rubles.
This product is also from the company "33 penguins". But here it is based on coconut milk, so it is perfect for vegans and people with lactose intolerance. Such milk is obtained from the pulp of coconut, due to which it contains a large amount of useful trace elements and vitamins.It promotes weight loss, improves brain function, has a positive effect on heart function and improves immunity. And besides all this, it has a pleasant delicate taste. And having tried this ice cream, you will be pleasantly surprised how such a dessert will be both tasty and healthy.
The average cost is 340 rubles.
This ice cream from the Italian manufacturer "Tonitto" is made from cream, fresh milk and yogurt. The product has a light and delicate structure, and the taste gives off a slight sourness. Thanks to this, such a product will give freshness and lightness on a hot day. It is good to complement desserts with such ice cream or use it separately, in any case, you are guaranteed an unforgettable experience.
One serving is equal to 80 grams. 100 grams of the product contains 166 kcal.
The average cost is 460 rubles.
This product from the Russian trademark "Korovka from Korenovka" is produced in plastic cups packed in 100 grams. It contains yogurt, whole condensed milk, cream and fruit puree. The combination of delicate creamy taste with slight sourness and berry jam perfectly refreshes in hot weather. And thanks to the low calorie content, you can also please yourself with such a product during a diet.
The average cost is 55 rubles.
The products presented in the rating are very popular among the population of our country. Here you can find products both made in our homeland and in European countries. You should not refuse such a delicacy during a diet, because there are many low-calorie options that will not harm the figure. And sometimes you can treat yourself to a real ice cream.