frozen custard

noun

plural frozen custards

: a sweet flavored frozen food containing milk, cream, and egg yolks

While it may look similar to ice cream, … frozen custard must contain at least 1.4% egg yolk solids in addition to 10% milk fat, giving it a thicker, richer texture that stands out from typical soft serve.

—Mandy Applegate

Word History

First Known Use

1822, in the meaning defined above