Nothing satisfies a sweet tooth quite like a scoop of ice cream. This July, we celebrate National Ice Cream Month and all its many forms. Read on for the full scoop on this frosty treat and how you can take part in the fun from home!
Tasty Types of Ice Cream
When you think of ice cream, you most likely think of it in its most common form: milk and cream frozen and slow-churned to perfection. But there are tons of different ice cream cousins to try out too! Gelato ups the smooth factor with an addition of creamy egg whites to the mix. Sorbet is a water-based frozen delight that’s sweetened by fruit juices and liqueurs. Frozen yogurt replaces dairy milk with the tartness of protein-packed yogurt, which has active cultures that are great for digestion. No matter your taste preferences or dietary restrictions, there’s a type of ice cream that’s out there for you!
Making At-Home Ice Cream in Your Apartment
While you’re likely to find all these types and more at your local grocery store, there’s magic in making your own. You can DIY ice cream with just a few simple ingredients and plastic zip-up bags! Check out this recipe from Delish that walks through how to make at-home ice cream in minutes. If you’re dairy-free, you can replace dairy creamer with a vegan substitute. Once you’ve made your ice cream, dress it up with toppings of your choice! Try salted caramel sauce for a decadent pair to plain vanilla, or add a pop of color with edible flowers.
Order-In Ice Cream in Phoenix
As a new resident here at Vela on Camelback, you’ve joined a community that truly loves its ice cream! There are so many local creameries in Phoenix, AZ you’ll have a blast exploring. Scooptopia is a great shop nearby to support. Not only do they have a rotating array of ice cream flavors to choose from, but they feature the Filipino dessert Halo-Halo on their menu. Combining ice cream, shaved ice, sweet fruit syrups, and other colorful toppings, halo-halo is unique as it is delicious. Order delivery to your door through their Yelp page!
Be sure to celebrate National Ice Cream Month with a scoop and a smile! How are you planning to ring in this sweet month? Let us know in the comments!
