No-Freeze Frosty Food-Science Workshop (Tuesday, 15 October 2024)

Indulge in a No-Freeze Frosty, a delicious and creamy homemade ice cream experience that doesn't require a freezer! Perfect for spontaneous cravings, this delightful workshop uses simple, everyday ingredients to create mouthwatering treats. Each scoop bursts with flavor, proving that making ice cream can be both easy and incredibly fun!

What to Expect:

1. Hands-On Ice Cream Making: Dive into the process of creating your very own ice cream without the need for a freezer. Learn how to transform basic ingredients into a creamy dessert through a simple, interactive activity.

2. Exploring Food Science: Uncover the fascinating science behind ice cream making:

• Heat Transfer Principles: Understand how heat moves from one substance to another. Watch as we use ice and salt to create a super-cold environment that facilitates the freezing of the cream mixture.
• Freezing Point Depression: Discover how adding salt to ice lowers the freezing point, enabling the cream to freeze at a temperature that wouldn’t be possible with ice alone. This process, known as freezing point depression, is a key concept in both chemistry and culinary science.
• Emulsification and Texture: Learn how the blending of fat and water in cream creates a smooth and creamy texture in ice cream. Explore how agitation during freezing incorporates air, giving ice cream its light and fluffy consistency.

3. Interactive Learning: Engage in a step-by-step demonstration where you'll:

• Mix the cream with sugar and flavorings to create the ice cream base.
• Place the mixture in a resealable bag and surround it with a mixture of ice and salt in a larger bag.
• Shake the bags to facilitate heat transfer, watching the transformation from liquid to frozen delight in real-time.

4. Taste Your Creation: After mastering the science, enjoy the sweet rewards! Sample your homemade ice cream and appreciate the creamy texture and rich flavors you've crafted. Discuss how different ingredients and techniques can alter the final product.

5. Take-Home Knowledge: Leave with a deeper understanding of food science principles and the confidence to recreate this freezer-free ice cream at home. Perfect for budding young scientists and aspiring chefs alike!

Why Join No-Freeze Frosty?

• Educational Fun: Combines creativity with scientific exploration, making learning engaging and memorable.
• Simple Ingredients: Utilizes common household items, making the process accessible and safe for all participants.
• Interactive Experience: Encourages hands-on participation, fostering teamwork and critical thinking.
• Delicious Results: Ends with a tasty treat that participants can proudly say they made themselves!

Join us for No-Freeze Frosty and experience the perfect blend of science and sweetness! Whether you're a parent looking to inspire your child's love for science or a child eager to create something delicious, this workshop is the ideal blend of education and enjoyment.

Time: 2.30 p.m. to 4.30 p.m.