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Compared to many other ice cream processors, Wallingford, Conn.-based Praline’s Inc. runs a rather small operation. The 34-year-old company got its start with a single Praline’s ice cream store in Wallingford; it later sold that shop through a franchise agreement to exit retail and enter the ice cream-making business full time.

The maker of better-for-you, lactose-free frozen desserts said it is responding to growing retail demand.

Several fun and fruity flavors of ice cream, either newly introduced or yet to be released, captured the attention of judges at the International Dairy Foods Association's (IDFA) annual Innovative Ice Cream Flavor Competition.

The state-of-the-art facility will help the company meet growing demand for its mochi ice cream.

The new flavors include chocolate chip, Kentucky praline pecan, strawberry cheesecake and Campfire S'mores.

Voting will determine which exclusive malt and sundae flavor will be served in the Dairy Building during the fair.

The gelato is made with natural sweeteners monk fruit and erythritol (sugar alcohol)

‘The Creamery’ will replace the existing cheese store on the site of the cooperative’s Beaver plant.

The hippo-inspired flavor features a toffee ice cream base, salted and roasted peanuts and milk chocolate caramel truffles.