The Frolic Ingredient Story: How We Produce Our Premium Ice Cream

At Frolic, we believe that everyone deserves to indulge in ice cream with flavor and quality rivaling that found in the world’s best restaurants – all from the comfort of home. That journey begins with a mission: to create a premium ice cream experience that blends luxury with accessibility, using only the finest ingredients available. 

Our commitment to quality starts at the source. We meticulously select every ingredient, from the rich milk of Jersey A5 cows to the purest flavors and natural stabilizers, ensuring a product that vastly exceeds any ice cream found in a grocery store. Below, you’ll discover our production process, why we chose Jersey A5 cows, and learn about each ingredient that goes into our signature flavors.

 

Jersey A5 Cows - The Highest Quality Milk

The process begins with producing the freshest ice cream in small batches from the highest quality Jersey A5 cows and shipping it directly to your door. We selected Jersey A5 cows due to the notably higher fat content compared to normal cows, which gives the milk a richer, creamier texture, translating directly to the creaminess of our ice cream. Fat carries flavor well, so the high-fat content in Jersey A5 amplifies the natural taste of milk, resulting in a richer and more flavorful ice cream. 

The Jersey A5 cow primarily produces milk with A2 beta-casein protein rather than the A1 found in other breeds, leading to an easier-to-digest ice that reduces the chances for issues such as bloating or discomfort post-consumption. This is a clear benefit to consumers looking for a natural alternative that is gentler on the stomach. The milk contains higher levels of essential nutrients such as calcium and protein, resulting in an ice cream that not only tastes better but has nutritional value. The Jersey A5 milk also contains more beneficial fatty acids such as Omega-3, which is associated with improving heart health and anti-inflammatory benefits. 

Jersey A5 milk is known for its natural sweetness and a more pronounced dairy flavor, making it the ideal base for our ice cream. Every ingredient is selected to elevate the flavor of the milk in the final ice cream. 

There is also an old saying in ice cream, Cold cows make the best dairy. We agree, and that is why we love our northwestern Illinois cows.  They get to enjoy a little cold weather.  

Feature	Ice Cream from Jersey A5 Cows	Ice Cream from Other Cows
Milk Fat Content	Higher milk fat (up to 5.5%), resulting in a richer and creamier texture.	Generally lower milk fat (around 3.5% - 4%), leading to a lighter texture.
Protein Structure	Higher levels of A2 beta-casein protein, often easier to digest for some individuals.	Typically contains A1 beta-casein protein, which some people find harder to digest.
Flavor Profile	Creamier, richer flavor due to high fat and unique protein composition.	Milder and less creamy taste compared to Jersey A5 milk.
Nutritional Value	Contains higher levels of calcium, protein, and beneficial fatty acids.	Moderate nutritional content, generally lower in fat and protein than Jersey A5 milk.
Environmental Impact	Jersey cows require less feed and water per liter of milk produced, leading to a more sustainable dairy option.	Varies, but typically higher resource use per liter compared to Jersey cows.

 

 

From Premium Jersey A5 Milk to Premium Frolic Ice Cream: The Process

Once our premium Jersey A5 cows have been milked, the ice cream-making process immediately takes place to ensure the freshest possible product. The result is an ice cream that captures the rich, creamy flavor and quality you would expect at a Michelin-star restaurant. 

Step #1: Blending The Milk & Sugar for a Creamy and Sweet Base

The process begins by combining freshly milked Jersey A5 milk with sugar, creating a smooth, naturally sweetened base. The high-quality milk, due to the higher fat content, creates a rich flavor profile, ideal for our ice cream. 

Step #2: Pasteurization - A Gentle Heating to Perfection

Next, the mixture is gently pasteurized to eliminate impurities while preserving the natural richness of the milk. Sugar is added before pasteurization because heating the mixture with sugar already dissolved helps the sugar fully integrate with the dairy proteins and fat. This also creates a slight caramelization effect, where the milk and sugar flavors meld more deeply, creating an added richness. 

Step #3: Homogenization - Ensuring a Smooth, Even Flavor

The critical factor for the best ice cream is an even distribution of the fat particles throughout the ice cream, ensuring a silky, consistent texture throughout each serving. 

Step #4: Flash Freezing & Packaging

Finally, the ice cream is flash-frozen to lock in the fresh, creamy texture saved for your countertop.   The most important piece in the flavor and texture profile of ice cream is ensuring the ice crystals are as small as possible when you eat it. We save the “making” of the ice cream to your countertop.   With traditional ice cream, the product is frozen using a standard freezing process, meaning ice crystals become significantly larger by the time the product makes its way to the shelf. 

Our process recreates the “just-made” taste like that seen in Italian Gelato, avoiding the hardening phase that grocery store ice creams undergo. In summary, Frolic Ice Cream brings you the freshest, creamiest, and most flavorful ice cream imaginable due to our bespoke ice cream creation method. 

 

The Ingredients: Nothing But the Highest Quality

We commit to only using the most natural and fresh ingredients in our ice cream. We avoid artificial additives and focus on the sustainable and ethical sourcing of our ingredients. Each ingredient is chosen with intention, contributing to the exceptional flavor and quality of our classic vanilla and chocolate-base flavors. Below, you’ll find a breakdown of the ingredients that make our ice cream so rich and memorable. 

We also offer lighter versions of the ice creams made with skim milk, and a vegan option using coconut milk. 

 

Frolic Classic Vanilla Ingredients

Ingredient	Purpose
Whole Milk	Provides a creamy base and contributes to the ice cream’s rich, smooth texture.
Heavy Cream	Adds fat for a richer mouthfeel, enhancing the creamy texture and flavor.
Sugar	Sweetens the ice cream, lowers the freezing point to keep it soft and scoopable.
Whole Milk Powder	Enhances creaminess, adds milk solids for texture, and improves flavor.
Dried Egg Yolk	Acts as a natural emulsifier, blending fat and water for a smooth, consistent texture.
Natural Flavors	Adds authentic flavor without synthetic additives, enhancing the taste experience.
Salt	Balances sweetness, enhances other flavors, and adds depth to the taste.
Organic, Natural Guar Gum	Acts as a stabilizer to prevent ice crystal formation and maintain smooth texture.
Organic, Natural Locust Bean Gum	Works with other stabilizers to improve texture and prevent ice crystals from forming.
Organic, Natural Carrageenan	Stabilizes the ice cream’s texture, keeping it smooth and creamy during storage.
Organic, Natural Cellulose Gum	Helps to maintain the ice cream’s consistency and smoothness, especially during temperature changes.

 

 

Frolic Classic Chocolate Ingredients

Ingredient	Purpose
Whole Milk	Provides a creamy base and contributes to a rich, smooth texture.
Heavy Cream	Adds fat for a richer mouthfeel, enhancing creaminess and flavor.
Sugar	Sweetens the ice cream, lowers the freezing point to keep it soft and scoopable.
Whole Milk Powder	Enhances creaminess, adds milk solids for texture, and improves flavor.
Dried Egg Yolk	Acts as a natural emulsifier, blending fat and water for a smooth, consistent texture.
Alkalized Cocoa Powder	Adds chocolate flavor with a milder, less acidic taste due to the alkalization process, enhancing richness.
Natural Flavors	Adds authentic flavor without synthetic additives, enhancing the taste experience.
Salt	Balances sweetness, enhances other flavors, and adds depth to the taste.
Organic, Natural Carrageenan	Stabilizes the texture, keeping the ice cream smooth and creamy during storage.
Organic, Natural Locust Bean Gum	Works with other stabilizers to improve texture and prevent ice crystals from forming.
Organic, Natural Guar Gum	Acts as a stabilizer to prevent ice crystal formation and maintain smooth texture.
Organic, Natural Cellulose Gum	Helps maintain consistency and smoothness, especially during temperature changes.

As you can see, each ingredient in Frolic’s ice cream serves a specific purpose in creating a balanced, premium product with a smooth texture and exceptional flavor. 

 

What’s Next? Create Your Own Flavor of Premium Ice Cream

We deliver the base, but the end flavor is up to you! The Frolic machine seamlessly blends our freshly made ice cream with the mix-ins of your choice, allowing you to create a flavor as unique as you are. Whether you are craving a classic flavor, want to try a bold combination, or recreate your favorite flavor, the possibilities are endless. 

If you need some inspiration, you can view our favorite recipes by clicking here, or build your bundle by clicking here.