Introduction to Hot Ice Cream
A supermodel-turned-ice cream mogul’s new creation is churning chatter online. On Sept. 26, Tyra Banks, who owns growing Australian ice cream brand Smize & Dream, announced via TikTok that she has invented a new dessert — something she’s calling “hot ice cream.”
What is Hot Ice Cream?
“This is my favorite ice cream flavor, and I have been working on making it hot for a year, and I’m not talking about me in a swimsuit in the ‘90s,” Banks says in the video, holding a scoop of Smize & Dream’s “Tyra’s Favorite” ice cream. “I am talking about hot ice cream, something that has not been done before,” Banks continues, holding a “Hot Mama” branded cup. “I ain’t talking about a latte. I’m not talking about a flavored hot chocolate. I’m talking about hot ice cream.”
The First Hot Mama Flavor
The first Hot Mama flavor is based on Tyra’s Favorite ice cream, which is made with salted caramel butter, butter-roasted pecans and salted sweet cream, and was tested at the flagship store in Sydney, Australia for a week, according to the caption.
Explanation of Hot Ice Cream
Since that first TikTok announcement — and a teaser on Instagram a day before — Banks has posted several videos on subject, explaining it in slightly more detail while announcing a second flavor. “Fairy Dough Diva ice cream. Everybody is loving this,” she says. “I made it hot, as in hot cream, hot ice cream, liquid, warm, soothing, yummy, silky.” In the caption, we find out that Fairy Dough Diva hot ice cream combines buttery vanilla biscuit–infused hot cream and tops it with Chantilly cream, rainbow sprinkles and a slice of house-made fairy dough crunch biscuit.
Reactions to Hot Ice Cream
Banks’ invention, though, has many commenters squinting in confusion. “i don’t really understand what ur selling bestie,” wrote one person. “She clearly is friends with willy wonka,” wrote another. “i feel like im astral projecting in trya banks dreams,” joked someone else. “One thing about Tyra is she’s gonna confuse the hell out of you,” another commented. “I’m confused on if it’s just warmed ice cream. Someone explain it to me,” added one more.
Reception in Australia
As for how hot ice cream is being received in Australia, where all of her brick-and-mortar stores are located, at least one customer waited hours to try the flavor — which Banks documented on TikTok. “Incredible,” the customer says after tasting it. “Certified, certified.” Although hot ice cream might sound odd, there are many variations on ice cream around the world: Turkish dondurma, Indian kulfi and Italian gelato all have vastly different textures. Banks’ creation, though, seems to be closer to a custard or creme anglaise.
Conclusion
Tyra Banks’ hot ice cream has generated a lot of buzz online, with many people expressing confusion and curiosity about the new dessert. While some have praised the unique flavor and texture, others have struggled to understand what hot ice cream is and how it differs from other desserts. As the concept of hot ice cream continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how it is received by the public and whether it becomes a lasting trend in the world of desserts.
FAQs
Q: What is hot ice cream?
A: Hot ice cream is a new dessert created by Tyra Banks, which is a liquid, warm, and soothing version of traditional ice cream.
Q: What is the first Hot Mama flavor?
A: The first Hot Mama flavor is based on Tyra’s Favorite ice cream, which is made with salted caramel butter, butter-roasted pecans and salted sweet cream.
Q: How is hot ice cream being received in Australia?
A: At least one customer waited hours to try the flavor and praised it as “incredible” and “certified.”
Q: Is hot ice cream just warmed ice cream?
A: No, hot ice cream is a unique dessert that is closer to a custard or creme anglaise than traditional ice cream.
Q: Where can I try hot ice cream?
A: Hot ice cream is currently available at Smize & Dream’s flagship store in Sydney, Australia.
