How do you remove frozen ice cream?

To remove frozen ice cream more easily, you can use a knife to break through the hardened surface.

Using a Knife Method

This technique helps to loosen stubborn, deeply frozen ice cream by creating score lines that make scooping simpler. It involves preparing a knife and making cuts directly into the ice cream container.

Here are the steps to follow:

1. Warm the blade of a sharp paring knife under hot water.
2. Carefully make 1-inch-deep cuts, spaced approximately 1 inch apart, across the surface of the ice cream from one side to the other.
3. Turn the container 90 degrees and repeat the cutting process to form a checkerboard pattern.
4. For the best results, remember to also warm your ice cream scoop under hot water before you begin scooping.

This method, referenced on June 19, 2024, provides a faster way to tackle rock-hard ice cream and enjoy your dessert without a struggle.