ItabercoItabercoWhether you call it a thick shake or an "Itablizzy," creating the perfect scoopable milkshake comes down to balancing texture and flavor. Using Itaberco's premium soft serve mixes, flavor compounds, and gourmet sauces, this tutorial provides a master technique for serving indulgent, highly customizable frozen treats with rich flavor and flawless consistency.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Base
➤ Weigh out approximately 450g of prepared soft serve in a stainless steel blending cup.
➤ Pour in 50g of half-and-half. Note: Using homogenized half-and-half helps prevent iciness during blending and makes it easier for the machine to blend smoothly.
Step 2: Add Flavor Compound
➤ Add your Itaberco flavor compound of choice, targeting a starting ratio of approximately 4% relative to the weight of your ingredients.
➤ For a base of 450g soft serve and 50g half-and-half (500g total), 4% equals 20g of flavor compound. Note: You can always add more compound if a stronger flavor profile is desired.
Step 3: Layer and Blend (Parfait Style)
➤ If adding inclusions for texture and flavor (such as cookie pieces or nuts), layer them into the cup like a parfait: inclusions, soft serve, more inclusions, remaining soft serve, half-and-half, and flavor compound.
➤ Blend until uniform.
Step 4: Adjust and Finish
➤ Check the consistency after blending. Stir in a small amount of additional half-and-half if too thick, or add extra soft serve if a firmer texture is needed.
➤ Transfer to a serving glass.
Step 5: Garnish and Serve
➤ Drizzle the sides or top with Itaberco Toppings and Sauces (such as Peanut Butter or Chocolate Craft Sauce).
➤ Top with whipped cream, additional inclusions, and serve with a spoon.
Notes:
➤ Soft serve forms a smooth, versatile foundation, while Itaberco flavor compounds deliver bold flavor without compromising the frozen balance or texture.
➤ Swirling sauces onto the inside of the glass or layering inclusions adds contrast, rich flavor, and visual appeal.
