Online Plant-Based Frozen Desserts: Reinventing the American Ice Cream Shop

ONLINE - LIVE Discover how plant-based frozen desserts are transforming the American ice cream shop. This class explores innovative recipes, techniques, and business strategies to create delicious dairy-free treats that meet modern consumer demands. Perfect for professionals looking to expand their menu with high-quality, plant-based options.

Description

Take-Home Essentials:

  • Frozen Dessert University Chef Jacket
  • $500 Rebate Coupon on Carpigiani equipment
  • Full Recipe Book for Gelato, Ice Cream, Sorbet & Soft Serve
  • Ingredient Supplier List for North America

Day 1: Scoops, Foundations & Techniques

  • 9:00 AM – Welcome & Industry Trends

Overview of the plant-based movement in frozen desserts

Consumer demand and business opportunities

Defining the American ice cream shop

Analysis of scoop shops, soft serve shops, novelty shops and gelato shops

  • 10:30 AM – Ingredients & Formulation

Understanding plant-based ingredients

Balancing fat, sugar, and stabilizers for optimal texture and taste

  • 12 PM – Hands-On Production: Toppings & Inclusions

Plant-based versions of classic toppings and inclusions for a versatile menu

  • 1:00 PM – Closing Day 1 

 

Day 2: Soft Serve, Business & Innovation

  • 9:00 AM – Menu Development & Cost Analysis

Pricing strategies for profitability

Designing a well-rounded plant-based dessert menu

Analysis of scoop shops, soft serve shops, novelty shops and gelato shops

  • 10:30 AM – Hands-On Production: Waffle Cones & Baked Goods

The role of the waffle cone

Incorporating baked goods into your offerings

  • 12:00 PM – Marketing Your Concept

Effective branding for plant-based frozen desserts

Social media and customer engagement strategies

  • 1:00 PM – Closing of second day 

Take-Home Essentials:

  • Frozen Dessert University Chef Jacket
  • $500 Rebate Coupon on Carpigiani equipment
  • Full Recipe Book for Gelato, Ice Cream, Sorbet & Soft Serve
  • Ingredient Supplier List for North America

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