Ice cream topping

Ice cream coating is an ingredient primarily used to give an attractive and delicious finish to ice creams, cold desserts, and gelatin. It is a prepared mixture that melts easily and, upon contact with the cold ice cream, solidifies rapidly, forming a crunchy and shiny layer. This coating can be based on chocolate, caramel, or special formulations with flavorings and vegetable fats.

The origin of ice cream coating dates back to practices in pastry-making where the goal was to add texture and additional flavor to frozen desserts. Nowadays, it is a very popular industrial product available in different varieties and flavors, making it easy to use both in homes and professional bakeries.

Properties:

• It melts upon contact with heat, allowing for easy application over ice cream.
• It hardens quickly when cooled, forming a resistant and crunchy layer.
• It adds flavor and texture, enhancing the appearance and experience of the ice cream.
• It is generally stable when frozen, preserving its characteristics in the freezer.

In different Hispanic American countries, ice cream coating is also known as ice cream glaze, frozen coating, or ice cream topping chocolate. These terms may vary by region, but they all refer to the same type of product used to decorate and enhance cold desserts.