Dish

Hokey Pokey Ice Cream

Hokey Pokey Ice Cream is made with a base of vanilla ice cream that is mixed with pieces of honeycomb toffee. The toffee is made by heating sugar, golden syrup, and baking soda until it turns into a light and airy foam. The foam is then broken into small pieces and mixed into the ice cream. Hokey Pokey Ice Cream is a popular dessert in New Zealand and is often served at summer barbecues and picnics.

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Origins and history

Hokey Pokey Ice Cream is a New Zealand invention that is believed to have originated in the 1940s. It was originally called hokey pokey" because of the way the toffee crackles and pops in your mouth. Today

Dietary considerations

Hokey Pokey Ice Cream is not suitable for those who are allergic to dairy or have a lactose intolerance. It may also contain gluten if wheat flour is used as a thickener in the ice cream.

Variations

it is a beloved dessert in New Zealand and is often served with pavlova or fruit salad."

Presentation and garnishing

Hokey Pokey Ice Cream is typically served in a cone or in a bowl with a drizzle of honey or caramel sauce. It is also sometimes garnished with chopped nuts or fresh fruit.

Tips & Tricks

To make the perfect honeycomb toffee for Hokey Pokey Ice Cream, it is important to heat the sugar and golden syrup slowly and stir constantly to prevent burning. It is also important to add the baking soda quickly and stir vigorously to create the foam.

Side-dishes

There are many variations of Hokey Pokey Ice Cream, including versions that use different flavors of ice cream or different types of toffee. Some versions also include nuts or chocolate chips.

Drink pairings

Hokey Pokey Ice Cream is often served with pavlova or fruit salad, but it can also be paired with a sweet dessert wine like Riesling or a light beer like Steinlager.