Ice Cream Scoop: Round, Even Scoops – and More

An ice cream scoop gives you neat, round scoops – and plenty of other neatly portioned things besides. Here's how to get the most out of it.

What You Can Use an Ice Cream Scoop For

Ice cream is the classic, but it's just as handy for muffin and cookie batter, meatballs, mashed potato, rice or melon balls. Portions that are all the same size don't just look neater – they cook and bake more evenly, too. Take a look at the kjøk ice cream scoop.

kjøk Tip: Neat, Round Scoops

Dip the scoop briefly in warm water first – the ice cream releases more easily and you get a lovely round scoop. Draw it across the surface with a twisting motion, rather than digging in deep.

Common Mistakes

Ice straight out of the freezer is rock hard and barely scoopable – give it a few minutes to soften first. And digging in too deep makes for a lumpy scoop; drawing across the surface works much better.

Care and Cleaning

Rinse and dry it after use. Models with an aluminium core are best washed by hand, to keep them looking good.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you get a nice round scoop? Warm the scoop briefly and draw it through the ice cream with a twisting motion.

Can I use it for dough and batter too? Yes, it's handy for getting muffins and cookies all the same size.

Why won't the ice cream come off the scoop? The ice cream or the scoop is too cold – let it soften, or warm the scoop, for a moment.

Is it dishwasher-safe? Stainless steel usually is; aluminium models are best washed by hand.

How big are the portions? It depends on the size of the scoop – there are different ones for ice cream and for batter.

Does it work for melon balls? The smaller models do, yes.

What material should I look for? Sturdy stainless steel is easy to care for and stands up well over time. Find more in our kitchen accessories collection.