The Scoop
Make it a mono
Mono-portions, or mini desserts, are very much on trend and with good reason. Rising obesity rates and an increased focus on healthy eating has prompted chefs and consumers alike to re-evaluate portion sizes, particularly when it comes to calorie-intensive treats.... more
First base
Getting the correct consistency or base for your ice cream mix is key to its success, and it can be achieved in a number of ways, depending on timescales and skillset. Ice cream is essentially an emulsion (made up of sugars, milk solids and fat dispersed... more
Like a kid in a candy store
Invite your customers on a trip down memory lane with these retro sweets inspired gelato recipes. Brilliant as a quirky dessert on restaurant menus and equally fabulous as a takeaway treat, encourage your customers to unleash their inner child and enjoy... more
The Freezer…. Introducing new products in the gelato category
What a load of waffle! Whip up waffles in minutes with British Bakels craft egg waffle mix (8kg). This ready-to-use powder mix, which has a long shelf life, couldn’t be easier, just mix with water and whisk for approximately five minutes to create... more
Cocoa creative
Getting the best out of cocoa powder in gelato When it comes to flavour (and colour), working with cocoa powder can open up a world of possibilities in your ice cream and gelato recipe development. Here Talia Profet, Head Development Chef, deZaan Cocoa,... more
Petal power
Let your profits bloom on Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day with these beautiful gelato roses! They’re an internet sensation and the subject of many an Instagram post. The effect can be achieved in two different ways: piping or the... more
Taste of the Orient
Shake up your gelato cabinets and embrace the flavours of the Orient to celebrate Chinese New Year. In 2022, it falls on Tuesday 1st February and will be the Year of the Tiger. Rice pudding and lychee Ingredients Rice pudding 500g white base mix (recipe... more
Christmas fruit trifle
Trifle is a nostalgic pudding and firm festive favourite, so this gelato version is sure to be a big hit this Yuletide. You can display it in a pan to serve in tubs and cones or pimp it up to create beautiful, individual trifle sundaes. Ingredients 6000g... more
Dead good
Ghoulish goings on Make sure your customers don’t lose their heads celebrating the ‘Day of the Dead’ (November 1st) with this wicked creation... Sugar Skull Ingredients 600g white base (recipe below) Skull mould – available online... more
Flaming fabulous!
Make sure everyone remembers the 5th of November for your fantastic frozen creations. This eye-catching ‘Poison apple’ on a stick and mind-bending gelato hot dog will guarantee you’re the ‘hottest’ vendor in town. ... more
Black Hawaii gelato
Black Hawaii has the natural vegetable charcoal to thank for its intense and striking colour. With its unique delicate taste of coconut water and cocoa beans, this gelato will certainly be a showstopper in your display cabinet. Ingredients 4060g... more
Are you Veganuary ready?
The UK’s vegan population is growing exponentially and is expected to be boosted further in January as legions of curious consumers once again pledge to take the Veganuary challenge and go plant-based for the whole month. According to Mintel,... more