The Perfect Scoop

Customers don't want to fight with their gelato.

They want to be able to scoop it, serve it and enjoy it.

If gelato is rock hard straight from storage, or becomes too soft and melts quickly, something may need attention.

🧊 When Gelato Is Too Hard

Gelato hardness can be influenced by the recipe, freezing conditions and serving temperature. Sugars, total solids, fat and the amount of water that freezes all play a role.

A product that is too hard can be difficult to scoop and may not provide the soft, creamy experience associated with gelato.

Things to Consider

If your gelato is consistently too hard, review:

It is rarely just one factor. Gelato hardness is the result of the interaction between formulation, processing and temperature control.

💧 When Gelato Is Too Soft

At the other end of the scale is gelato that is too soft, melts too quickly or struggles to hold its shape.

This can also be linked to formulation and temperature.

The amount and type of sugar are particularly important because sugars affect how much water remains unfrozen.

The serving environment also matters.

A gelato that is perfect in one freezer may behave differently if the storage or serving temperature changes.

Finding the Sweet Spot

The goal isn't simply to make gelato harder or softer.

The goal is to create gelato with the right scoopability and serving texture for the product and equipment being used.

That's where a properly balanced formulation and consistent processing become important.

Remember: Temperature Matters

Even a well-formulated gelato can behave differently if it experiences significant temperature changes during storage or service.

Consistent temperature control is therefore an important part of maintaining the desired texture.

From Fruity to Fun

Why settle for just one flavour when you can offer a whole range?

DFI Ice Lolly Powdered Premix gives businesses the opportunity to create an exciting selection of frozen treats with 13 different flavours.

🍓 Fruity Favourites

For lovers of fresh, fruity flavours:

Apple • Guava • Orange • Pineapple • Raspberry • Strawberry

These classic fruit-inspired options are perfect for a refreshing treat on a warm day.

🥭 Tropical Inspiration

For something a little more exotic:

Mango-Peach • Tropical • Boabab

Bright, exciting flavours that can bring a splash of summer to your freezer.

🥤 The Fun Flavours

Then there are the nostalgic favourites:

Bubblegum • Cola • Cream Soda

These flavours are sure to bring back memories while creating new ones.

🍦 Something Creamy

For those who enjoy a softer, familiar flavour:

Vanilla

A classic that never goes out of style.

Create a Colourful Selection

Offering different flavours gives customers the freedom to choose their favourite – and gives businesses the opportunity to create an attractive and exciting ice lolly display.

A Little Flavour Goes a Long Way

Few things bring back childhood memories quite like an ice lolly on a hot summer day.

Ice lollies are colourful, refreshing and fun – making them a favourite for children and adults alike. With DFI Ice Lolly Powdered Premix, businesses can create delicious frozen treats in a variety of exciting flavours.

Something for Everyone

The DFI Ice Lolly range includes a fantastic selection of flavours:

From fruity favourites to nostalgic flavours like Bubblegum, Cola and Cream Soda, there is plenty of choice.

Perfect for Hot Days

Ice lollies are ideal for:

Make Your Customers Smile

A colourful freezer filled with delicious ice lollies is hard to resist.

Whether customers are looking for something fruity, creamy or fun, DFI Ice Lolly Premix gives you plenty of flavours to choose from.

Why Choose Dynamiko Food Ingredients?

Dynamiko Food Ingredients supplies a range of food ingredients designed to help businesses create products that customers enjoy.