Choosing dessert sounds easy until there are a few people to feed. Someone wants a cone, someone else wants chocolate, and there is always that one person who would rather have a small serving than a giant scoop. Thankfully, ice creams come in enough formats to make the choice much easier. Tubs, cups, cones, sticks and sandwiches each have their own little advantage, depending on where the dessert is being served.
Tubs For Family Dessert Time
A tub is, more often than not, the first thing that comes to mind when talking about frozen desserts that can be shared at home. It can be kept in the freezer until everyone is ready to eat, and there is no need to worry about having enough for each person.
For a family night out, ordering a tub from the online grocery store takes the prize. There is less cleaning up to do and the leftovers can be tossed back in the freezer.
Cups When Everyone Wants Their Own
Cups make life a little simpler when dessert needs to be handed out quickly. No scooping, no bowls to fight over, and especially no fighting over the bigger serving. They work great at the kids’ party, small get-together, or just as a simple snack. Guests can help themselves to a cup when they want something sweet.
Cones For A Bit Of Fun
There is something undeniably nostalgic about eating dessert off of a cone. While they are fairly simple to carry around with you, you have to be careful on a hot day, as melted ice creams can particularly mess up the cone and make your hands sticky. You should always bring plenty of napkins along with you when enjoying ice cream off of a cone.
Sticks For Days Outside
Planning a picnic, garden gathering or day out? Sticks are difficult to beat. They are all individually served, easy to transport and can be eaten without plates and cutlery.
They are also less of a bother when everyone is running around. A cooler bag with plenty of ice packs can be used to keep them nice and firm until dessert time.
Sandwiches For Something Different
Ice cream sandwiches can provide the joy of two desserts on their own: the creaminess of the ice cream and the crunchiness of the biscuits or cookies that hold it together. And when combined, they turn into something that feels a little more decadent without needing to add anything extra or spend any more time preparing the dessert.
Of the many different types of frozen desserts there are, the sandwich is a staple for movie nights, parties, or just for nights when a regular scoop just won’t cut it.
Which One Should You Pick?
The best format really depends on the occasion. A tub makes sense when several people are sharing dessert at home. Cups keep individual servings simple. Cones add a playful touch to parties, while sticks are much easier to handle outdoors. Sandwiches are a good choice when something slightly different is wanted.
Dessert For Every Kind Of Gathering
Whether it is a tub shared after dinner or a stick enjoyed in the sunshine, every format has its moment. With so many frozen desserts available, the next time you open an online grocery store, it might just turn into the most enjoyable part of planning a dessert.
