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Indulge in deliciousness on National Chocolate Ice Cream Day! Get your favorite scoop and top it off with all the goodies you love.
Get ready for a sweet and delicious celebration on National Chocolate Ice Cream Day on June 7! Since the early 1800s, people have been enjoying this classic frozen treat. Today, it's one of the most popular flavors of ice cream in the world. Whether you enjoy it with a cone or cup, chocolate ice cream is sure to bring joy to your day.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1692</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Ice Creams</div><div class='timeline-text'>While not yet chocolate, the first frozen treats similar to ice cream began to emerge in Europe, made from blending water, sugar, and flavors sometimes chilled with ice.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Chocolate Ice Cream Birth</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the early 1800s, ice creams started to be produced with chocolate, one of the first flavors beyond the original vanilla.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1851</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Commercial Operation</div><div class='timeline-text'>Jacob Fussell, a Baltimore milk dealer, opened the world's first commercial ice cream factory, leading to wider accessibility of ice cream including chocolate flavor.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1904</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Ice Cream Cone Debut</div><div class='timeline-text'>The ice cream cone was popularized at the 1904 World's Fair in St. Louis, offering a new way to enjoy chocolate ice cream.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1984</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>President Reagan's Proclamation</div><div class='timeline-text'>President Ronald Reagan declared July National Ice Cream Month, which included special celebrations for different flavors such as Chocolate Ice Cream.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Chocolate Ice Cream Popularity</div><div class='timeline-text'>A survey by International Dairy Foods Association revealed chocolate as the second most popular flavor in the United States, right after vanilla.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a chocolate ice cream sundae</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Grab a bowl and fill it up with your favorite chocolate ice cream. Top it off with chocolate fudge, chopped nuts, whipped cream, and a cherry. Enjoy!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make a milkshake</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Put some of your favorite chocolate ice cream into the blender with some milk and blend until smooth. Add in whatever else you like to give it an extra special flavor.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Bake a cake</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Chocolate ice cream is excellent for baking cakes. Just replace the liquid ingredient called for in your recipe with melted chocolate ice cream and bake as usual.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make some ice cream sandwiches</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take two cookies of your choice, spread one side of each cookie with softened chocolate ice cream and press together - voila! Homemade ice cream sandwiches.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Enjoy a scoop</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Nothing beats the classic way to enjoy chocolate ice cream. Pick up a cone or cup from your favorite shop and just enjoy a sweet scoop.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Chocolate ice cream is delicious</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>There's no denying the deliciousness of chocolate ice cream. It's smooth, creamy, and has just the right amount of sweetness. Whether you prefer it with or without a topping, this classic flavour can be enjoyed any time of day!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Chocolate ice cream is a treat for all ages</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Whether you're 8 months old or 80 years old, chocolate ice cream is something everyone can enjoy! From toddlers to adults, this dessert is always a crowd pleaser - and with good reason. After all, who doesn't love devouring a big bowl of chocolaty goodness?</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Chocolate ice cream pairs well with many different flavors</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>It's no secret that chocolate is the perfect accompaniment to many flavors - from strawberries and bananas to caramel and nuts. However when it comes to ice cream, there are so many combinations that you'll never get bored! Experiment with different types of toppings or mix in additional ingredients like crushed cookies or marshmallows for an extra special treat.</p></div></div>
National Chocolate Ice Cream Day is celebrated on June 7th every year. In 2024, it will be held on a Friday.
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