We call the relatively high temperatures in a gelato cabinet the ‘danger zone.’ To mitigate heat shock, use the right sweetener systems and stabilizers.
Gelato is most commonly presented for sale in a dip shop as a semi-solid product characterized by intense color and flavoring. Composition of gelato varies widely and may be positioned as gourmet, super premium or other market terminologies.
Ice cream makers are creating new pint lines with lower calories and sugar. Meanwhile, producers of frozen novelties and puddings focus on portion control, packaging and high-quality ingredients.
Consumers love their ice cream and other frozen and refrigerated treats and prefer them in their most natural forms. There is still a strong desire to eat healthy, but for many, not if it means giving up the indulgence factor. Several ice cream brands have taken on this challenge, creating lines that cut back on calories and sugar but with the mouthfeel consumers expect from ice cream.
Dollar and unit sales for the ice cream category were looking good as numbers ticked up. Some frozen novelties also enjoyed a sales boost, but many struggled. Meanwhile, sales dropped for sherbet, sorbet and frozen dairy desserts.
We are closing out National Ice Cream Month with a look at what’s new in frozen novelties, including new treats from Blue Bunny, Mars, Three Twins and more.
Sales for ice cream are increasing as consumers keep reaching for their favorite frozen treat. We’re highlighting 6 of our favorite new ice cream products.