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27225 State Road 56

Wesley Chapel, Florida 33544

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An unknown food critic once said a Frozen Custard stand is 'where God gets His ice cream'. For thousands of Frozen Custard fans, this is probably not an exaggeration.

Frozen Custard first originated on Coney Island, New York, as a carnival treat at the turn-of-the-century. Its popularity quickly grew and was the rage of the East Coast.  Many travelers had a chance to taste the new sensation and it quickly spread to the Midwest.  The enjoyment of Frozen Custard was taken by "Snowbirds" to winter resorts, resulting in shops to satisfy these customers.  In recent years, interest in this frozen treat has grown and spread into other regions of the country as well.

To understand the reason for the great taste of Frozen Custard, all one needs to do is read the label of ingredients. Frozen Custard must contain at least 10 percent butterfat and 1.4 percent egg yolk.  Butterfat percentage can vary in mixes, typically between 10 and 15 percent.  It is made with all natural ingredients with no preservatives.

Typically, Frozen Custard is made fresh daily and served at 18-19 degrees Fahrenheit.  Traditional ice cream is stored at -20 degrees, and served at 5 to 8 degrees Fahrenheit.  The higher temperature of Frozen Custard allows for a true taste of the flavor, unlike ice cream which tends to numb the taste buds.  Frozen Custard is made in a special machine that beats only 20% air into the product, making a creamier, smoother and thicker texture.  Traditional ice cream beats 75 to 100% air into the product, doubling the volume but diluting the flavor and consistency.  

We use the  Ross Frozen Custard Machine to make "old fashioned" Frozen Custard. This machine continuously feeds custard mix into the freezing barrel, producing custard that is velvety smooth with a rich flavor.  You can watch the process and enjoy the fresh taste of Vanilla, Chocolate and the Flavor of the Day.  Once a person has tried Frozen Custard, the excellent taste will keep bringing them back for more!

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