To get hard ice cream out of its container, use a heated knife and scoop.
Here's a step-by-step guide:
- Heat a Knife: Run a sharp knife under hot water until it's warm. The heat will help it slice through the ice cream.
- Slice the Ice Cream: Use the heated knife to slice the ice cream first crosswise, then lengthwise, creating a grid pattern. This breaks the ice cream into manageable sections.
- Heat the Ice Cream Scoop: Similarly, run your ice cream scoop under hot water to warm it up.
- Scoop and Enjoy: Use the warmed scoop to scoop out the pre-cut sections of ice cream. The heated scoop will glide through the ice cream more easily.
Alternatively, you can let the container sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly before scooping. Be careful not to let it melt too much.
