Soft Serve Mixes

Commercial Soft Serve Ice Cream Mixes - Premium Frozen Dessert Concentrates Canada

Create exceptional soft serve ice cream, gelato, and frozen desserts with premium soft serve mixes from ChickenPieces.com - Canada's supplier of professional-grade frozen dessert concentrates for restaurants, ice cream shops, cafes, and food service operations. Our curated selection features Frostline (lactose-free options), DOLE (real fruit flavors), The Gelato Lab (artisan specialty flavors), Fabbri (Italian one-step mixes), and Sunkist fruit concentrates.

Whether you operate an ice cream parlor, frozen yogurt shop, restaurant dessert program, or specialty cafe, our soft serve ice cream mixes deliver consistent quality, exceptional flavor, and smooth texture that keeps customers coming back for more.

Why Premium Soft Serve Mixes?

Soft serve ice cream programs generate outstanding profit margins - typically 70-85% gross profit on each serving. Quality mixes ensure consistent texture, temperature stability, and flavor intensity that customers expect from premium frozen desserts. Professional soft serve mixes eliminate the complexity of scratch recipes while delivering superior results compared to basic powder mixes.

Modern soft serve mixes offer versatility beyond traditional vanilla and chocolate - tropical fruit sorbets, specialty coffee flavors, trendy options like Taro and Horchata, and allergen-friendly lactose-free formulations expand your menu appeal and capture diverse customer preferences.

Frostline - Lactose-Free Soft Serve Excellence

Frostline soft serve mixes are completely lactose-free, making premium ice cream accessible to lactose-intolerant customers without compromising on creamy texture or rich flavor. This is a significant competitive advantage - approximately 65% of the global population has some degree of lactose intolerance.

Frostline Flavors:

Vanilla - Classic creamy vanilla, the foundation of any soft serve program
Chocolate - Rich chocolate flavor, smooth and indulgent
Pink Cotton Candy - Fun, nostalgic flavor with vibrant pink color, perfect for family entertainment venues

Available in 6 lb bags (6 bags per case), Frostline mixes are designed for commercial soft serve machines. The lactose-free formulation maintains excellent overrun (air incorporation), creamy mouthfeel, and temperature stability. Many lactose-intolerant customers report Frostline tastes identical to traditional dairy soft serve.

Bonus Kits Available: We offer Frostline starter bundles including mix, waffle cones, and rainbow sprinkles - everything needed to launch your soft serve program.

DOLE - Real Fruit Soft Serve & Sorbet

Bring authentic tropical fruit flavors to your frozen dessert menu with DOLE soft serve mixes featuring real fruit ingredients:

Pineapple - Bright, tangy tropical flavor, naturally refreshing
Strawberry - Sweet strawberry taste, vibrant pink color
Mango - Rich mango sweetness, golden orange appearance
Raspberry - Tart-sweet raspberry flavor, deep pink-red color
Lemon - Zesty lemon citrus, perfect palate cleanser
Orange - Fresh orange flavor, sunny color

DOLE mixes come in 4.4-4.6 lb packages designed for both soft serve machines and batch freezers. These fruit-forward flavors work beautifully as dairy-free sorbets or can be blended with dairy bases for creamy fruit soft serve. The real fruit content delivers authentic taste that stands apart from artificial fruit flavoring.

DOLE fruit soft serves are perfect for health-conscious customers, tropical-themed restaurants, poolside operations, and operators wanting to differentiate with premium fruit options. Excellent for swirl combinations - try Pineapple + Mango for tropical fusion or Strawberry + Lemon for strawberry lemonade twist.

The Gelato Lab - Artisan Specialty Flavors

The Gelato Lab brings artisan gelato-style flavors to soft serve programs with unique, trend-forward options you won't find anywhere else. These premium mixes command higher price points and create signature menu items that differentiate your operation:

Classic Elevated:

Vanilla Bean - Real vanilla bean specks, premium flavor profile
Belgian Chocolate - Rich European-style chocolate, intensely decadent

Coffee & Dessert Flavors:

Vietnamese Coffee - Bold coffee with sweet condensed milk notes, trending flavor
Cookie Butter - Speculoos cookie flavor, creamy and addictive
Cookies & Cream - Classic Oreo-style flavor, perennial favorite
Cookie Monster - Fun blue vanilla with cookie pieces

Specialty & Unique:

Horchata - Traditional Mexican rice-cinnamon beverage in frozen form, authentic cultural flavor
Taro - Asian-inspired purple root vegetable flavor, Instagram-worthy color
Cotton Candy - Sweet carnival flavor, nostalgic appeal
Lemon Velvet - Creamy lemon dessert, sophisticated citrus

The Gelato Lab mixes come in 3 lb packages (5 per case) and are formulated for smooth, dense gelato-style texture with lower overrun than traditional American soft serve. These premium flavors are ideal for upscale cafes, dessert-focused restaurants, food trucks targeting trendy markets, and operators building Instagram-worthy menus.

Fabbri - Italian One-Step Soft Serve Artistry

Fabbri brings over 130 years of Italian dessert expertise to simple one-step soft serve mixes. Based in Bologna, Italy, Fabbri is renowned for premium gelato and dessert products used by top gelatarias worldwide.

Fabbri One-Step Flavors:

Dark Chocolate - Intense Italian chocolate, sophisticated bitterness balanced with sweetness (1.5 kg)
Espresso Coffee - Authentic Italian espresso flavor, bold and aromatic (1.25 kg)
Limoncello - Italian lemon liqueur flavor, bright citrus with subtle sweetness (1.25 kg)
Blood Orange - Sicilian blood orange, complex citrus with berry notes (1.25 kg)

Fabbri's "Simple One-Step" formulation means these mixes require only water - no milk, cream, or additional ingredients. This makes them ideal for operations wanting gelato-quality results without dairy inventory, perfect for vegan/dairy-free programs, and excellent for locations with limited refrigeration. The Italian pedigree allows premium pricing and upscale positioning.

Sunkist - Branded Fruit Soft Serve

Leverage the Sunkist brand recognition with fruit-flavored soft serve mixes featuring the trusted citrus brand:

Strawberry - Sweet strawberry flavor with Sunkist quality assurance
Pineapple - Tropical pineapple, creamy and refreshing
Peach - Juicy peach flavor, summer favorite

Sunkist mixes come in 2 lb packages (5 per case), offering brand-name appeal that drives customer trust and purchase confidence. The Sunkist name is particularly valuable for convenience stores and quick-service operations where brand recognition influences buying decisions.

Ninja CREAMi - Home & Small Commercial Solutions

We offer Ninja CREAMi starter kits perfect for small-batch production, catering operations, or testing new flavors before committing to full commercial quantities. Kits include the 13-in-1 Ninja CREAMi machine, chocolate and vanilla soft serve mixes (6 lbs each), and 132 Joy Cones - everything needed for immediate soft serve production.

Soft Serve Mix Preparation & Yield

Preparation varies by brand and mix type:

Dairy-Based Mixes (Frostline, The Gelato Lab): Mix powder with cold whole milk or milk alternative according to package ratios (typically 1 lb mix to 2-3 quarts liquid). Blend thoroughly, refrigerate for 30 minutes, then pour into soft serve machine. One 6 lb bag typically yields 3-4 gallons of mix, producing 150-200 servings.

Fruit/Sorbet Mixes (DOLE, Sunkist): Mix with cold water according to package instructions. These are often ready-to-use with minimal preparation. Yield varies by product - generally 4-5 lb package produces 2-3 gallons of finished product.

One-Step Mixes (Fabbri): Add only cold water, stir until dissolved, pour directly into machine. Extremely simple with no dairy handling required. 1.25-1.5 kg package yields approximately 2.5-3 gallons.

Cost Per Serving: Depending on mix cost and yield, typical cost per 4 oz soft serve is $0.40-$0.80 for standard flavors, $0.80-$1.20 for premium specialty flavors. With retail pricing of $3-$6 per serving, margins range from 70-85% gross profit.

Soft Serve Machine Compatibility

Our soft serve mixes work with all commercial soft serve machines including:

Taylor soft serve freezers (C713, C723, etc.)
Carpigiani soft serve machines
Electro Freeze equipment
Stoelting soft serve dispensers
Spaceman soft serve machines
Batch freezers for gelato production
Countertop soft serve makers (Ninja CREAMi, etc.)

Always follow your machine manufacturer's guidelines for mix viscosity and fat content. Most commercial machines perform best with mixes containing 3-10% milk fat. Adjust overrun settings based on desired texture - traditional American soft serve uses 50-80% overrun, while gelato-style uses 20-40% overrun for denser texture.

Flavor Rotation & Menu Strategy

Core Flavors: Every soft serve operation needs vanilla and chocolate as foundation flavors. These account for 60-70% of sales in most locations. Frostline lactose-free options allow you to serve these classics to the broadest customer base.

Signature Flavors: Choose 1-2 unique specialty flavors as your signature offerings - Horchata, Vietnamese Coffee, Taro, or Italian Limoncello create differentiation and word-of-mouth marketing. These justify premium pricing and create memorable experiences.

Seasonal Rotation: Rotate 1-2 seasonal flavors quarterly - tropical fruits (DOLE Pineapple, Mango) in summer, dessert flavors (Cookie Butter, Cookies & Cream) in fall/winter, citrus (Lemon, Blood Orange) in spring.

Swirl Combinations: Maximize variety without additional equipment by offering swirl combinations - Vanilla + Chocolate, Strawberry + Lemon, Mango + Pineapple. Customers love customization.

Allergen-Friendly & Dietary Options

Lactose-Free: Frostline mixes serve lactose-intolerant customers without separate equipment or menu complexity. This expands your addressable market significantly.

Dairy-Free/Vegan: Fabbri one-step mixes (water-based), DOLE fruit sorbets, and some Sunkist options can be prepared dairy-free. Clearly label these options for vegan customers.

Gluten-Free: Most soft serve mixes are naturally gluten-free (verify individual product labels). This is a valuable selling point for celiac customers.

Lower Sugar: Fruit-based options like DOLE and Sunkist typically have lower perceived sweetness than dessert flavors, appealing to health-conscious customers.

Storage & Shelf Life

Unopened soft serve mix powder has shelf life of 12-24 months when stored in cool, dry conditions. Once mixed with liquid, use prepared mix within 3-5 days when refrigerated at 38-40°F. Never refreeze thawed mix. Rotate inventory using FIFO (first in, first out) method to ensure freshness.

Applications & Ideal Venues

Ice Cream Shops & Parlors - Comprehensive flavor variety creates destination appeal. Specialty flavors differentiate from chain competition.

Restaurants & Dessert Programs - Simple addition to dessert menus without pastry chef requirements. High-margin finale to dining experience.

Cafes & Coffee Shops - Affogato programs (espresso poured over gelato), milkshake bases, frozen coffee drinks. The Gelato Lab Vietnamese Coffee perfect for coffee-focused venues.

Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors - Compact storage, simple preparation. Specialty flavors create social media buzz and repeat customers.

Hotels & Resorts - Poolside soft serve, in-room dining desserts, event catering. DOLE tropical flavors perfect for resort settings.

Entertainment Venues - Movie theaters, bowling alleys, family entertainment centers. Cotton Candy and Cookie Monster appeal to kids.

Specialty Markets - Hispanic markets featuring Horchata, Asian cafes offering Taro, Italian restaurants with Fabbri gelato options.

Why Choose ChickenPieces.com for Soft Serve Mixes?

Premium Brand Selection - Frostline, DOLE, The Gelato Lab, Fabbri, Sunkist - quality brands not available everywhere
Specialty & Unique Flavors - Horchata, Taro, Vietnamese Coffee, Limoncello - flavors that differentiate your menu
Lactose-Free Options - Frostline's complete lactose-free line serves underserved market segment
Real Fruit Ingredients - DOLE and Sunkist mixes feature authentic fruit flavors
Italian Authenticity - Fabbri one-step mixes bring 130+ years of Italian gelato expertise
Fast Canadian Shipping - Coast-to-coast delivery across all provinces
Competitive Pricing - Wholesale pricing on case quantities
Expert Support - Guidance on flavor selection, preparation, and program development

Perfect For:

Ice cream shops and gelato parlors
Restaurant dessert programs
Cafes and coffee shops
Food trucks and mobile vendors
Hotels and resort poolside service
Movie theaters and entertainment venues
Convenience stores with food service
Catering and special events
Shopping mall food courts
Theme parks and amusement centers
Beach clubs and boardwalk stands
Specialty ethnic markets and restaurants

Order premium soft serve ice cream mixes today from ChickenPieces.com - Canada's supplier for professional frozen dessert concentrates that deliver exceptional flavor, smooth texture, and profitable dessert programs for any food service operation.

Frequently Asked Questions About Soft Serve Ice Cream Mixes

What's the difference between soft serve mix and regular ice cream?

Soft serve mix is formulated specifically for soft serve machines that freeze and dispense ice cream continuously at a higher temperature (around 18-20°F) compared to hard ice cream (0-10°F). Soft serve has higher overrun (air incorporation), typically 50-80%, creating lighter, fluffier texture. The mix is liquid before freezing, whereas hard ice cream is frozen in batches. Soft serve is dispensed directly from the machine for immediate consumption, while hard ice cream is scooped from pre-frozen containers. Both are delicious - soft serve offers convenience and unique texture, hard ice cream provides denser, more intense flavor.

Are Frostline soft serve mixes really lactose-free?

Yes! Frostline soft serve mixes are completely lactose-free while maintaining creamy, dairy-like texture and flavor. They use lactose-free milk solids and specially formulated ingredients to replicate traditional soft serve without lactose. This makes them safe for lactose-intolerant customers who typically can't enjoy regular ice cream without digestive discomfort. Approximately 65% of people worldwide have some degree of lactose intolerance, making Frostline an excellent option for serving this underserved market. Many customers report they can't taste any difference from traditional dairy soft serve.

How much soft serve does one bag/package make?

Yield varies by brand and mix type. Frostline 6 lb bags typically produce 3-4 gallons of liquid mix, yielding approximately 150-200 servings (at 4 oz per serving) depending on machine overrun settings. DOLE 4.4-4.6 lb packages produce about 2-3 gallons of finished product (100-150 servings). The Gelato Lab 3 lb packages yield approximately 2-2.5 gallons (80-125 servings). Fabbri 1.25-1.5 kg packages produce 2.5-3 gallons. Always check specific product labels for exact mixing ratios and expected yields. Higher overrun settings stretch yield further but create lighter texture.

Do I need a special machine for soft serve mixes?

Yes, soft serve mixes require a soft serve machine (also called soft serve freezer) that continuously freezes and dispenses the product. These machines maintain specific temperatures, incorporate air (overrun), and dispense smooth soft serve on demand. Commercial machines from Taylor, Carpigiani, Electro Freeze, Stoelting, and others work with our mixes. For small-scale operations or testing, countertop machines like Ninja CREAMi work well. You cannot make soft serve by freezing the mix in a regular freezer - it will freeze solid. The machine's continuous freezing action creates the signature soft, smooth texture.

What's the difference between gelato and soft serve?

Gelato is Italian-style ice cream served at slightly warmer temperature than American ice cream, with lower overrun (20-40% vs 50-80% for soft serve), creating denser, more intensely flavored product. Gelato traditionally has less fat than American ice cream. Our Gelato Lab mixes and Fabbri mixes are formulated for gelato-style texture - denser and smoother than typical soft serve. You can adjust your soft serve machine's overrun settings to achieve gelato consistency. Traditional soft serve is lighter, fluffier, and served colder. Both are delicious - choose based on your target market and desired positioning (upscale Italian gelato vs. classic American soft serve).

Can I make dairy-free/vegan soft serve with these mixes?

Yes! Several options work for dairy-free programs. Fabbri one-step mixes require only water (no milk), making them naturally vegan. DOLE fruit sorbets can be prepared with water only for dairy-free frozen desserts. Some Sunkist flavors also work dairy-free - check individual product specifications. Additionally, you can prepare most powdered mixes with non-dairy milk alternatives like oat milk, almond milk, or coconut milk instead of dairy milk. Always test results with your specific machine and milk alternative, as fat content affects texture. Label clearly for vegan customers seeking dairy-free options.

How long does prepared soft serve mix last?

Once mixed with liquid (milk or water), soft serve mix should be used within 3-5 days when stored refrigerated at 38-40°F. Never leave prepared mix at room temperature for extended periods. Mix only what you'll use within this timeframe to maintain optimal flavor and food safety. In the soft serve machine hopper, mix should be used or discarded within 14 days, with daily machine cleaning. Unopened powder mix has shelf life of 12-24 months stored in cool, dry conditions. Once you open a bag of powder mix, seal tightly and use within 3-6 months for best flavor, though it remains safe longer if stored properly.

What are the most profitable soft serve flavors?

Vanilla and chocolate generate highest volume but standard pricing. Specialty flavors like Horchata, Vietnamese Coffee, Taro, and Italian options (Fabbri Limoncello, Blood Orange) command 20-40% price premiums while having similar or lower costs, creating exceptional margins. Seasonal fruit flavors (DOLE tropical options) perform well in summer with premium pricing. The most profitable strategy combines high-volume classics (vanilla/chocolate at standard margins) with signature specialty flavors (premium pricing/higher margins). Unique flavors also drive social media marketing and word-of-mouth - customers travel for flavors they can't get elsewhere. Cotton Candy and cookie-based flavors appeal to families willing to pay premium for kids' favorites.

Can I create swirl/twist soft serve with these mixes?

Yes! Most commercial soft serve machines have two hoppers allowing you to create twist/swirl combinations. Classic vanilla-chocolate twist is the most popular, but you can create unique combinations like Strawberry-Lemon (pink lemonade), Mango-Pineapple (tropical), Vanilla-Coffee (café latte), or Chocolate-Peanut Butter. The key is choosing complementary flavors that look visually appealing when swirled. Contrasting colors work best - light + dark, pink + yellow, etc. For single-hopper machines, you can't create true swirls, but you can offer flavor shots or mix-ins to customize vanilla or chocolate base. Swirls increase perceived value without significantly increasing costs.

What makes Fabbri mixes different from other brands?

Fabbri is an Italian company with 130+ years of gelato and dessert expertise, used by top gelatarias worldwide. Their "Simple One-Step" mixes require only water - no milk, cream, or other ingredients - yet produce authentic Italian gelato texture and flavor. This water-based formulation eliminates dairy inventory and refrigeration concerns, naturally creates vegan products, and simplifies preparation. Fabbri's Italian heritage and premium positioning justify higher retail pricing. Flavors like Limoncello, Blood Orange, and Espresso Coffee reflect authentic Italian gelato tradition. The quality and authenticity make Fabbri ideal for upscale operations, Italian restaurants, or anywhere seeking to differentiate with genuine Italian gelato rather than American-style soft serve.

Which soft serve flavors are best for food trucks?

Food trucks benefit from unique, Instagram-worthy flavors that create social media buzz and differentiate from brick-and-mortar competition. Taro (vibrant purple), Horchata (cultural authenticity), Vietnamese Coffee (trending), Cotton Candy (eye-catching pink), and Cookie Monster (bright blue) all photograph beautifully and generate online sharing. Tropical fruit flavors (DOLE Mango, Pineapple) work well for summer events and beach/park locations. Choose 2-3 signature flavors that reflect your brand identity rather than trying to compete with traditional parlors' variety. Mobility is your advantage - bring unique flavors to events, festivals, and locations underserved by permanent shops. Specialty flavors justify premium pricing that food truck economics require.

Do you ship soft serve mixes across Canada?

Yes! We ship soft serve ice cream mixes coast-to-coast across Canada including Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and all provinces and territories. Powdered mixes ship efficiently without refrigeration requirements - simply store in cool, dry conditions upon arrival. We offer fast processing and reliable carriers. Case quantities (5-6 units) provide excellent value and ensure consistent supply throughout your busy season. Stock up before summer rush or plan seasonal flavor rotations. For large orders or pallet quantities, contact us for freight arrangements and volume pricing. Year-round availability means you can launch or expand your soft serve program anytime.

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