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Ice cream molds are used to shape desserts such as ice cream, bars, pies, and cakes. They can be made of silicone, metal, or plastic and are used to freeze the dessert in a solid shape. Once removed from the mold, the desserts can be decorated and frozen until consumed.
Ice cream molds are molds that are used to shape desserts such as ice cream, bars, pies and cakes. Many kitchen supply stores sell ice cream molds, and they can also be ordered through specialty companies that stock ice cream novelties and supplies. You can also use regular molds and pans for ice cream, as long as these molds can withstand very cold temperatures.
The idea behind an ice cream mold is to provide a solid shape for the ice cream to freeze in. Ice cream can be packaged in molds in a soft form straight out of an ice cream machine and then flash frozen, or fully frozen ice cream can be allowed to soften slightly before being packaged in the mold. It is important to use ice cream that is sufficiently softened to be easily worked with, so that all of the air can be expelled from the mold to create a solid shape without bubbles.
One of the most ideal materials for ice cream molds is silicone, because it is able to withstand the cold in the freezer and can simply be removed from the ice cream once the ice cream has set. Metal and plastic molds can also be used, in which case you may need to run the mold under hot water or cover it with a warm towel for a few minutes before unmolding, to ensure the ice cream slides out smoothly.
Ice cream sandwiches made with various cookies can be produced in ice cream molds, as can sandwich bars made with mixed flavors of ice cream. The bars are easy to make in specialized molds that have slots that can be used to hold the handles in place while the ice cream sets, while ice cream cakes can be packaged in molds lined with graham cracker or cookie crusts. Ice cream cakes are classically made by placing a piece of cake in the bottom of an ice cream mold and packing the ice cream around the cake.
Once removed from the ice cream molds, the desserts can be glazed and decorated, dipped in a candy coating or covered in chocolate. Nuts, sprinkles and other ornaments can also be added during the decorating process. The finished product must be frozen until consumed, as the sweetening of the ice cream will cause the dessert to lose its shape. In the case of ice cream cakes and pies, which tend to be very dense, resting a few minutes at room temperature before serving can make the dessert cut easier.
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