Ice cream maker Fernanda Pamplona explains the difference between artisanal ice cream and commercial ice cream
Artisanal ice cream stands out, mainly, for the quality of the ingredients and the care in the preparation. But have you ever stopped to think about what artisanal ice cream is and how it differs from the ice cream sold at the market? To clarify these doubts we spoke with the ice cream maker and owner of Albero dei Gelati, Fernanda Pamplona, to answer the most frequently asked questions about artisanal ice cream. Take a look below:
What is artisanal ice cream?
“It is a product made without the addition of any chemical additives, i.e. stabilizers and emulsifiers. Using only fresh and good quality ingredients.”
What is the difference between artisanal and industrial ice cream?
“The difference lies in the size of the ingredients, that is, in the balance between them. In artisanal ice cream we have to rely on natural inputs, such as the sugar content in fresh fruit and the amount of fat in milk. Industrialized ice creams use stabilizers, colorants, emulsifiers and essences that aim to make the product more durable.”
How is artisanal ice cream made?
“Milk ice cream has a base made of milk, cream and sugar, which must be pasteurized at 90° C. To add flavors we can add natural fruit, chocolate or hazelnut paste, for example. Once the mixture is obtained, it is placed in the ice cream maker and then cooled until it reaches the ideal consistency of the ice cream.”
How long does artisanal ice cream last?
“Since artisanal ice cream does not contain chemical additives for preservation, its shelf life is short. This does not mean that it will “sour” in the freezer, but it will crystallize due to the passage of cold air inside the package. So within a week you will be ready You will notice a flavor with ice crystals A tip is to always store the package of artisanal ice cream in a plastic bag, eliminating all the air from inside and closing it well, in this way it will have a good seal. longer shelf life, up to a month.”
What is the difference between gelato and ice cream?
“The main difference between gelato and ice cream is the fat used. Gelato generally uses vegetable fats while gelato uses fats made from milk itself, such as cream. In addition to the type of fat, the amount is also very different, gelato has a higher percentage of fat than ice cream.”
The best artisanal ice creams in São Paulo
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Source: Terra
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