Softserve: Mix Density And Overrun

Question 1

Mix density

Answer 1

Performed after aging the mix for at least 1hr

Determine if the proportion of the weight of van mix powder and the volume of ice cold water is within standard range of 1.07-1.08g/mL

Question 2

Mix density procedure

Answer 2

2.5oz cup
Weigh cup
Using spoodle fill cup up to the brim dont include the foam
Weigh

Weigh of mix (g)/125mL

Question 3

More than 1.08g/mL

Answer 3

Less than 4.7L of chilled water was used

Question 4

Overrun

Answer 4

Performed to determine if ratio of air and mix in the softserve is within standard range of 40-60%

Question 5

Overrun check procedure

Answer 5

2.5oz cup
Weigh cup
Fill cup to the brim with softserve
Using spatula level the softserve, do not compress nor stir the softserve. Make sure no air spaces

Weigh of aged mix (g)/weigh of softserve -1 x 100%

Question 6

If overrun is more than 60%

Answer 6

Too much air in the softserve causing product stiffness

Question 7

If overrun is less than 40%

Answer 7

Too little air causing lower yields

Question 8

Less than 1.07g/mL

Answer 8

More than 4.7L of chilled water was used