Cookie Drop and Mini Ice Cream Scoop - 1" Diameter Scoop

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The Midnight Stainless Steel Ice Cream Scoop has a sleek and ergonomic design that looks appealing, but we found it was a bit too bulky and awkward to use. The head of the scoop features a rounded tip on the right side, which made scooping ice cream more cumbersome. Although the ice cream itself fell into the bowl easily and the scoop seemed durable, we couldn’t recommend it due to its unwieldiness and high price point. Met Lux 4.66 Ounce Scoop While most ice cream scoop heads are spherical, this one has a slightly more square head, which made the surface area a bit larger than other scoops. We also appreciated that the head features small recesses that allow the ice cream to release effortlessly. Our experts have some pretty helpful tips on how to scoop ice cream like a professional. "Ice cream softens from the outside in, so you want to pull the scoop around the outside of the container you’re scooping from (and the larger the container, the easier it is to scoop),” the Bechtels say. “As you pull the scoop through the ice cream it should curl itself into the perfect ball of ice cream, ready to nestle perfectly into your cup or cone."

You wouldn't know from looking at it, but the Zeroll Original ice cream scoop is actually an engineering wonder. The scoop itself is made of lightweight aluminum, but the handle is filled with heat-conductive, FDA-approved mineral oil. The internal liquid heats up from the warmth of your hand, making the scoop's metal slightly warm. The result is a scoop that feels comfortable to hold and slides smoothly through hard ice cream with minimal pressure required. If your ice cream is coming straight from a household freezer, chances are it’s too hard to scoop. (FYI: Ice cream shops have temperature-controlled freezers to keep their ice cream soft and scoopable.) But that’s where this Good Cook Smart Scoop shines. By design, this aluminum scoop is made to handle frozen ice cream. It has metal claws that look clunky but are actually a genius way to cut through ice cream that’s too hard. It’s also a good option when serving up ice cream for guests, as it produces uniformly round scoops. This brand is also a favorite for O’Hara to use in his ice cream shops. “We love a classic style scoop, our favorite brand is Zeroll,” O’Hara says. “We've used other similar styles, but Zeroll is the highest quality and most durable.” For Kelly Williamson, co-founder of True Scoops ice cream, the best way to scoop ice cream is to let the ice cream soften on the counter until it gives slightly with the touch of a finger. “Dip your ice cream scoop in at a slight angle and drag it towards you until a ball of ice cream has formed,” she says. “If you’re scooping from a pint, dip into it at the same slight angle but ‘go around the world’ which basically means to go around the outside of the pint scooping up all that ice cream.” The hollow design of some ice cream scoops helps with heat transfer. "Anyone who has tried to scoop ice cream from a tub that just came out of the freezer knows it’s not easy, so most scoops are designed to transfer the heat from your hand to the ice cream you are scooping," the Bechtels say. "Most hollow scoops are filled with a conductive liquid that warms the scoop, making it just a bit easier to get through a tub of ice cream.” This conductive liquid will often be advertised as an anti-freeze.

Overall, the Joseph Joseph Dimple Non-Drip Ice Cream Scoop earned the spot as the best ice cream scoop. During testing, it wowed us with its innovative and thoughtful design, and proved to be easy to use and clean. This ice cream scoop received a five-star rating for its performance—when we used this for pints and quarts, it created perfectly rounded scoops. We tested the scoop in both creamy and chunky varieties of ice cream, and it glided smoothly despite the texture. It features a heat-conductive liquid inside the handle that helps provide an easy release. The aluminum design helps protect the scoop from oxidation and corrosion, so it's made with durability in mind. Both right- and left-handed users can scoop ice cream with this tool since it’s symmetrical. Based on its performance, we expected this ice cream scoop to have a higher price tag and were surprised to learn that this was a budget-friendly option. Because of its durability and design, this is the best ice cream scoop for those looking for an affordable option. You’ll find ice-cream scoops from OXO Good Grips – they’ve got a trigger no less! We’ve got stainless steel falafel scoops from Prue’s World (thank you Prue!). And you’ll even find batter scoops and double-headed melon ballers to create two different sizes of melon balls. Nice.

It should last a lifetime if it’s hand-washed as directed. The downside to the Zeroll scoop is that it is unable to tolerate temperatures above 140 degrees Fahrenheit, making it unable to go in the dishwasher. The answer is you can’t. Without a good ladle at least. And at Lakeland, you’ll find some of the best ladles going. We’ve got ladles from KitchenAid and our very own Lakeland ladles, whether you’re looking for stainless steel or comfort grip handles. Add a pop of color to your collection of kitchen tools with the Spring Chef Ice Cream Scoop. Available in 13 bright hues, it offers the most color selections out of all the ice cream scoops on our list.This kitchen tool has the look of a classic ice cream scoop, but its thoughtful design made it stand out during our testing. This is the only ice cream scoop we tested that is designed to stand upright, so we didn’t have to lay it down and dirty up any countertops between scooping.

It is dishwasher safe and held up well after washing, but it didn’t make our list since it performed so poorly. It may be better suited for scooping other foods, but not ice cream. The Zeroll 1020 Original has long been a favorite among those in the know because it contains a heat-conductive liquid inside the scoop that aids in cutting through your ice cream or sorbet. However, after testing it extensively, we also found that it is an excellent choice for lefties due to its symmetrical design. We tested this scoop with our left and right hands, and both produced the same type of scoop. We also liked that this ice cream scoop’s handle was substantially wide and offered a firm grip. Our tests showed that its design made it able to better accommodate a range of hand sizes, too. This scoop is made from zinc alloy—it's also available in stainless steel—and the 3-ounce scooper creates medium-sized scoops that easily release from the scoop with minimal effort. We found the curved handle very comfortable to hold and it kept our hand warm while scooping. Though one of the heavier scoops, it felt comfortable and didn’t cause any wrist strain while using, even with a hard ice cream that included mix-ins.After washing it in the dishwasher, we found that it suffered no damage or discoloration. At the end of our test, we determined that this is the best ice cream scoop if you’re wanting a colorful option that is still effective, durable, and affordable. We like the aluminum ice cream scoops that have a heat-conductive fluid inside,” says Kelly Williamson, co-founder of True Scoops ice cream. “The heat of your hand warms the fluid, causing the ball of ice cream to neatly release from the scoop. It makes the hardest of ice cream that much easier to scoop.” Soft handles - Most handles will be made from BPA-free plastic or silicone to ensure a comfortable, no-slip grip while scooping.