Expert Tips for Cold Stone Shows: Softening Ice Cream for a Perfect Performance

[nycchef]

I have read the other posts on Cold Stone shows, but I still have a question...for anyone who has done this type of show, do you leave the Ice Cream out for a few min. to soften?? Anyone have some ideas or tips about doing this type of show?

 

[chefjeanine]

We did not leave the ice cream out. . .and it was melting like crazy (we tried the recipe at a Cluster meeting). So no, I don't suggest you leave out the ice cream. Actually, I'd keep as many of the ingredients cold/cool as you are able to keep cold. I'd even suggest that you not thaw the cool whip if you're using that in your recipe.

 

[nycchef]

OK, Thanks so much!!...I am glad I asked because I may have left it out if I didn't ask someone with experience!!

 

[quiverfull7]

Has anyone tried this on the freezer piece from the Chillzanne Rect. Server?

 

[chefjeanine]

We used the stones. I recommend using bar pans to keep the ice cream on the stone. Also, if you have to carry the stone any distance from the freezer (let's say you have it freezing in your basement) take hot pads or a towel to carry the stone with . . . they are COLD and it hurts.