Ice Cream, Frozen Custard, Gelato or Sorbet?

Summer requires some ice cream, and kids love it!!! There are a variety of versions in the market. Learn the difference, and pick the healthier ones. We bet kids won't notice.

Ice Cream - must contain no less than 10% milkfat. Many low-fat ice creams and certainly all fat-free ice creams are not true to the definition from the FDA.
Frozen Custard - is the same as ice cream except with a higher concentration of egg yolks, making the dessert richer.  
Gelato - incorporates less air than ice cream, and less butterfat too (3-10%). In a nutshell, it is denser and less fattening than regular ice cream.
Sherbet - is a frozen pasteurized mixture of fruit and water that can contain milk or another dairy ingredient. It contains between 1-2% milkfat.
Sorbet - is technically a water ice in terms of the FDA. Prepared the same as a sherbet except that it does not have to be pasteurized and it contains no milk or eggs, except possibly egg whites.


Make your choice! There are better versions including organic ingredients, yogurt and real fruits with natural colors. All delicious.


Sources: FDA.gov, Yahoo, Bon Apettit