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Celebrate National Soft Ice Cream Day with a delicious treat! Find the best local scoop shops and enjoy creamy, cold, sweet ice cream today!
August 19 marks the perfect day to celebrate National Soft Ice Cream Day! This sweet treat has been around since the late 1800s and is enjoyed by people all over the world. Soft serve ice cream is made using a machine that mixes air into it, making it softer than regular ice cream. It's also typically served at a slightly warmer temperature than regular ice cream, which makes it even more delicious! So get ready to indulge in some of your favorite flavors on this special day.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1934</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Soft Ice Cream Machine Invented</div><div class='timeline-text'>Tom Carvel invents the first soft serve ice cream machine after his regular ice cream truck gets a flat tire, thus starting the Carvel brand.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1940</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Dairy Queen's Debut</div><div class='timeline-text'>Dairy Queen, the popular chain known for its soft serve ice cream, opens its first store in Joliet, Illinois.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1951</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>The Mister Softee Brand Develops</div><div class='timeline-text'>Brothers William and James Conway start Mister Softee, an ice cream truck business, which later becomes a nationwide icon for soft serve 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'>McDonald's Launches McFlurry</div><div class='timeline-text'>McDonald's introduces the McFlurry, a soft serve creation that includes mix-ins, expanding the popularity of soft serve treats on a global scale.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Expanding Soft Ice Cream Flavors</div><div class='timeline-text'>Beyond the classic vanilla and chocolate, soft serve ice cream starts to be offered in a wide array of flavors, including popular choices like matcha and taro.</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'>Make your own soft ice cream</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Making soft ice cream is easier than you think. All you need is a few ingredients and a little bit of time. Recipe ideas include vanilla, strawberry, chocolate, or mix and match different flavors.</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'>Go out for soft ice cream</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If making your own isn't your thing, head to your favorite ice cream shop and get a scoop (or two) of your favorite flavor. You can also try some new flavors and combinations.</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'>Visit an ice cream museum</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a trip to the nearest ice cream museum and learn about the history of soft ice cream. You'll find interesting facts about the various techniques used to make it.</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'>Try different toppings</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Turn regular soft ice cream into something special by trying different toppings like sprinkles, crushed nuts, chocolate chips, marshmallows, etc.</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'>Host an ice cream party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your friends over for an ice cream party! Set up different flavors and toppings and let everyone create their own unique creations.</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'>Soft ice cream is creamy and delicious</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Soft serve ice cream has a smooth and creamy texture that's hard to resist! Whether you're in the mood for vanilla, chocolate, or a flavor of the month, soft serve always hits the spot! Plus, it's easy to customize with toppings like sprinkles, nuts, and more for an even sweeter treat!</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'>Soft ice cream is convenient</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>When you're in a rush but still want something sweet, soft serve ice cream is perfect. You can get your cone or cup in minutes - no waiting in long lines or standing around for what feels like forever. Plus, soft serve machines are everywhere, so you're never too far away from your next creamy treat!</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'>It's a great summer snack</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Nothing says summer quite like a cone of soft serve ice cream - after all, nothing beats having a cool and refreshing treat on a hot summer day! Grab one and head outside to enjoy its creamy goodness while you soak up some sun. Plus, it's a perfect way to cool off after playing sports or exploring the local area!</p></div></div>
National Soft Ice Cream Day is celebrated on August 19 every year. In 2024 National Soft Ice Cream Day will occur on a Monday.
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