Taro Ice Cream: Elaine Jade Pascua
Taro Ice Cream: Elaine Jade Pascua
ICE CREAM
Researcher
CHAPTER I
INTRODUCTION
Nowadays, people are willing for a good health, but foods we eat for everyday are
not that sure to be a healthy food. Some contains too much chemical properties that leads to
unhealthy outcome of a food. Somehow, its not only the contents of a food but also because
of the cleanliness during the process in making the product, is one reason too.
Abra, Kalinga, and Apayao provinces have the highest percentage of malnourished
children aged five years old and below in the Cordillera Administrative Region(CAR),
according to the National Nutrition Survey, Apayao has the highest malnutrition rate at 12
percent.
People love to serve sweet foods after eating as their dessert usually dinner. Ice cream
is one of the favorite dessert of the Filipino’s, which is sweet and contains different flavors,
Millennial people especially teenagers are more attracted to sweets and desserts, so in
that case, the selected study to propose by the researcher is ice cream, where taro corm is the
a.taste
b.texture
c.cost
d.odor
3. If there is significant difference between the homemade and commercial taro ice cream
C.Hypothesis
taro ice cream for its acceptability to the consumer by its odor, taste, and texture. It will
discuss how the components of taro consumed on making this product.This investigation will
be conducted to evaluate the status of this taro ice cream which is handmade to the randomly
selected STEM students of grade-10 Newton and randomly selected teachers of Flora
National High School. The qualification, acceptability and its nutritional contents will be
looked for the selected students and teachers during the S.Y. 2019-2020.
product that contain less chemical contents and rich in vitamins and other nutritional effects
of taro corm. Also, to produce a low cost food that will be accepted by everyone in a
community.
Community
Families
The significant effect of this homemade taro ice cream for the families is to prevent
diseases cause by too chemicalized ice cream than of the usual ice cream they commonly buy
and be their favorite dessert and for them to make their own easy homemade ice cream.
Students
For the students, the impact of this study is that, they can afford nutritious ice cream
they will loved and be their snacks and dessert after eating.
CHAPTER II
taro leaves and stems, and taro root can all be utilized to create many different foods and has
Colocasia esculenta, commonly called taro or eddoe, is the most well-known form of
taro, and is considered to be the "true taro." It grows throughout the tropics particularly in
humid and rainy climates in the Pacific. The plant grows 3 - 4 feet tall, while also growing
There are other plants that are related to taro and are often eaten in a similar way.
Alocasia is a taro like plant which is most commonly eaten in Samoa, Tuvalu, Tonga and the
Cook Islands. In addition to the leaves and roots, the starchy stem of Alocasia also is eaten,
but is not preferred and only eaten when other foods are not available. Cyrtosperma, most
commonly known by its Tuvalu name pulaka, is a large plant with massive leaves and coarser
roots. It grows well in atolls and is sometimes called giant taro or swamp taro.
Taro roots and corms can be cooked through boiling or roasting and it is best to do
this with the skin on to retain all the vitamins and minerals found in the plant. The roots and
corms contain calcium oxalate, which can irritate the mouth and throat and even damage the
kidneys if not removed from the taro so cooking properly is very necessary. It should never
be eaten raw.
Taro leaves are full of a number of vitamins necessary for good health, including
that taro leaves be eaten with fatty foods to allow the body to absorb and process the vitamin
A better.
such as high amount of b-carotene in the leaf and will vitamin A and antioxidants property in
the body.Beta-carotene differs only very slightly in terms of structure.They are very common
carotenoids (b and A-carotene)and are antioxidants, as well as having other potential health
It is actually toxic in raw form, due to the high content of oxalates, but those
dangerous substances can be eliminated when cooked with some baking soda or if steeped
before feeding them.It is possible to process taro by various method to reduce the toxicity and
improve palatability and storage characteristics. These processing techniques include peeling,
boiling, steaming, flouring and drying.Taro retains its food value if cooked without skin and
it must be cooked thoroughly to prevent mouth and throat itching.Taro corms and leaves are
usually consumed by humans after heat treatments, such as boiling, blanching, steaming,
stewing, and frying and pressure cooking.These methods are found to be effective in
nutritional factors.
There are other plants that are related to taro and are often eaten in a similar way.
Alocasia is a taro-like plant which is most commonly eaten in Samoa , Tuvalu, Tonga and the
cook islands. Alocasia also eaten hen other foods are not available. Cyrtosperma, most
commonly known by its Tuvalu name Pulaka, is a large plant with massive leaves and coarser
roots. It grows well in atolls and is sometimes called giant taro or swamp taro.
Ice cream is a frozen dessert made from dairy products, such as cream (or substituted
ingredients), combined with flavorings and sweeteners, such as sugar. Although the term “ice
cream” is sometimes use komean frozen desserts and snacks in general, it is usually reserved
for frozen desserts and snacks made with high percentage of milk fat. Frozen custard, frozen
yogurt, sorbet, gelato, and similar other products are also called ice cream. Ice cream is
Ice cream come s in a wide variety of flavors, often with additives such as chocolate
flakes or chips, ribbons of such as caramel or chocolate, nuts, fruit, and small candies/sweets.
Some of the most popular ice cream flavors are vanilla, chocolate, strawberry and neopolitan
(a combination of three) . Colourings are usually added in addition to stabilizers. The mixture
is stirred to incorporate air spaces and cooled below the freezing point of water to prevent
Taro root has a starchy, smooth texture and mildly sweet taste.It can be cooked and
Taro roots contains a wealth of organic compounds, minerals, and vitamins that are
essential for human health and can benefit our overall health in a number of different ways.
well as high levels of vitamin A,B,E,B6 and folate, as well as magnesium, iron, zinc,
The health benefits of taro include its ability to improve digestion,lower your blood
sugar levels prevent certain types of cancers, protect the skin,boost vision health,increase
circulation,decrease blood pressure,aid the immune system and prevent heart disease, while
high level of dietary fiber found in taro root makes it very important supporting our
gastrointestinal health. Speaking of cancer,taro roots also plays an important part for the anti-
oxidants activity in our body.The high levels of vitamin A,Vitamin C, and various other
phenolic anti-oxidants found in taro root boosts our immune system and help eliminate
Taro also contains a special type of starch, known as resistant starch that humans cannot
digest and thus does not raise blood sugar levels.It also provides resistant starch, which
lowers cholesterol and has been linked to a reduced risk of heart disease.
Taro root contains polyphenols and antioxidants that may combat cancer growth and
protect your body from oxidatives stress.Due to its high fiber and resistant starch content, taro
root may increase feelings of fullness, reduce overall calorie intake and increase fat burning,
The fiber and resistant starch in taro root are fermented by gut bacteria to form short-
chain fatty acids which may protect against colon cancer and inflammatory bowel diseases.
It is actually toxic in raw form, due to the high content of oxalates, but those
dangerous substances can be eliminated when cooked with some baking soda or if steeped
overnight.
Taro root has a starchy, smooth texture and mildly sweet taste.it can be cooked and
Taro roots contains a wealth of organic compounds, minerals, and vitamins that are
essential for human health and can benefit our overall health in a number of different ways.
Taro has amazing amount of B Vitamin,B vitamin aid your child's blood circulation
and brain development. They also help in the improvement of the nervous system vitamins in
taro also help to fight any sort of birth defects in your child. Taro is one of the rare vegetables
with high protein content. The amount of protein in taro makes it very beneficial for kids.
Protein includes muscle growth and overall development. It also helps make your child more
energy.
stronger bones. Feeding taro to the child at an early age can help their bones grow stronger.
A. Food
Taro is generally grown as a backyard crop and is most often planted in tracts
of land no greater than a few' hundred square meters. However, there are some , areas
in the Bicol region, Negros Oriental and Cavite where the crop is cultivated in
commercial scale although the individual landholdings are still less than one hectare.
Important, if not more important, than the corms for vegetable. There are varieties
specifically grown for the leaves and petioles, for corms, and for both.
Staple and snack food. The boiled corms serve as substitute staple to many families
particularly those living in the hinterlands where growing rice is less feasible. Likewise, they
are served as snack item in fom1 of boiled whole corm, fried chips, confections and other
preparations.
Other Food Uses. Taro flour has been reportedly used for special baked pro- ducts,
beverages, baby food and others. However, they have not reached commerciall..-:vel in the
Philippines.
B. Feed
The use of farm by-products from taro harvests for animal feed is a common practice
in the rural areas. The leaves, petioles and peelings are normally chopped, cooked and fed
directly to hogs. Feeding the corms to hogs is generally limited to over- mature, damaged and
development as a food preservative. A U.S. Army-based study 2000 to 2001 was designed to
revitalize Hawaii’s economy. Congress allocated funds for the development of Hawaiian
industries and products, and included poi, “a purplish to grayish paste made of ground taro.”
According to the U.S. Army Soldier and Biological Chemical Command Soldier System
Center.
There are other plants that are related to taro and are often eaten in a similar way.
Alocasia is a taro like plant which is most commonly eaten in Samoa, Tuvalu, Tonga and the
Cook Islands. In addition to the leaves and roots, the starchy stem of Alocasia also is eaten,
but is not preferred and only eaten when other foods are not available. Cyrtosperma, most
commonly known by its Tuvalu name pulaka, is a large plant with massive leaves and coarser
roots. It grows well in atolls and is sometimes called giant taro or swamp taro.
Taro roots and corms can be cooked through boiling or roasting and it is best to do this with
the skin on to retain all the vitamins and minerals found in the plant. The roots and corms
contain calcium oxalate, which can irritate the mouth and throat and even damage the kidneys
if not removed from the taro so cooking properly is very necessary. It should never be eaten
raw. The roots and corms of taro are also full of carbohydrates and fiber. More importantly,
the roots are a source of iron and calcium which are two important minerals hard to find in
Blending
recipe from the formulation and the ingredients chosen, then the ingredients are weighed and
blended together to produce what is known as the "ice cream mix". Blending requires rapid
agitation to incorporate powders, and often high speed blenders are used.
Pasteurization of Mixtures
System, designed for the destruction of pathogenic bacteria. In addition to this very important
The mix is also homogenized which forms the fat emulsion by breaking down or reducing the
size of the fat globules found in milk or cream to less than 1 µ m. Two stage homogenization
is usually preferred for ice cream mix. Clumping or clustering of the fat is reduced thereby
Forms membrane
By helping to form the fat structure, it also has the following indirect effects:
Ageing of Mix
The mix is then aged for at least four hours and usually overnight. This allows time for the
fat to cool down and crystallize, and for the proteins and polysaccharides to fully hydrate.
Improves whipping qualities of mix and body and texture of ice cream
It does so by:
providing time for fat crystallization, so the fat can partially coalesce;
allowing time for full protein and stabilizer hydration and a resulting slight viscosity
increase;
emulsifiers displace proteins from the fat globule surface, which allows for a
Ice cream contains a considerable quantity of air, up to half of its volume. This gives the
product its characteristic lightness. Without air, ice cream would be similar to a frozen ice
cube. The air content is termed its over run, which can be calculated mathematically.
As the ice cream is drawn with about half of its water frozen, particulate matter such as fruits,
nuts, candy, cookies, or whatever you like, is added to the semi-frozen slurry which has a
consistency similar to soft-serve ice cream. In fact, almost the only thing which
differentiates hard frozen ice cream from soft-serve, is the fact that soft serve is drawn into
cones at this point in the process rather than into packages for subsequent hardening.
Hardening
After the particulates have been added, the ice cream is packaged and is placed into a blast
freezer at -30° to -40° C where most of the remainder of the water is frozen. Below about
-25° C, ice cream is stable for indefinite periods without danger of ice crystal growth;
however, above this temperature, ice crystal growth is possible and the rate of crystal growth
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Taro roots contains a wealth of organic compounds, minerals, and vitamins that are essential
for human health and can benefit our overall health in a number of different ways.Taro root
contains a very significant amount of dietary fiber and carbohydrates, as well as high levels
of vitamin A, C, E, B6, and folate, as well as magnesium, iron, zinc, phosphorus, potassium,
manganese, and copper.The plant also provides some protein in your diet, but the amount is
almost negligible.
Digestive health:
One of the most important functions of taro root in the diet is its role in digestion.The high
level of dietary fiber found in taro root (a single serving contains 27% of the daily
health.Fiber help to add bulk to our bowel movements, thereby helping food move through
the digestive tract and facilitating improved digestion.This can help to prevent certain
conditions such as excess gas, bloating, cramping, constipation, and even diarrhea.A healthy,
regulated gastrointestinal system can greatly boost your overall health and reduce your
Cancer prevention
Speaking of cancer, taro root also plays an important part for the antioxidant activity in our
body.The high levels of vitamin A, vitamin C, and various other phenolic antioxidants found
in taro root boost our immune system and help eliminate dangerous free radicals from our
system.Free radicals are the dangerous by products of cellular metabolism that can cause
healthy cells to mutate and turn into cancerous cells.By eliminating these free radicals, our
DIABETES
Dietary fiber can also help lower the chances of developing diabetes because it regulates the
release of insulin and glucose in the body.If you have a sufficient level of fiber, which taro
root provides, then you can manage your glycemic levels and lower you chances of
developing diabetes.If you have diabetes, then fiber-rich foods like taro root can help prevent
Taro root contains a significant level of potassium, which is another of the essential minerals
that we need to remain healthy and functional.Potassium not only facilities healthy fluid
transfers between membranes and tissues throughout the body, but also helps to relieve stress
and pressure on blood vessels and arteries.By relaxing the veins and blood vessels, blood
pressure can be connected to increased cognitive function because neural connections can be
boosted when blood pressure is reduced and fluid transfer between neural membranes is
optimized.
BOOST VISION
As mentioned above, taro contains various antioxidants, including beta-carotene and
cryptoxanthin.These antioxidants can help to improve vision as well, by preventing the free
radicals from attacking ocular cells and causing macular degeneration or cataracts.
SKIN HEALTH
Between vitamin E and vitamin A, our skin is well protected when we add taro root to our
diets.Both of these essential vitamins work to eliminate skin conditions and boost overall
cellular health, meaning that our wounds and blemishes heal faster, wrinkles can be
diminished, and a healthy glow can be returned to the skin.Taro root is nature’s little secret
Perhaps the most important element of taro root for health is iots role in the immune system.It
has a very high level of vitamin C in each serving, which stimulates the immune system to
create more white blood cells, which defend the body from foreign pathogens and
CIRCULATION STIMULATION
The mineral content of taro root has dozens of useful applications, but the dual presence of
iron and copper in taro root make it a very important food to prevent anemia and boost
circulation throughout the body.Iron and copper are both are both essential for the production
of red blood cells, which carry the all-important oxygen to our body’s systems and cells.By
lowering your chances of anemia (iron deficiency) and boost the flow of blood through the
body, you can speed overall metabolism, growth of new cells, and general oxygenation of the
body, which is always a good idea to keep organs and systems functioning at their optimal
levels.
CHAPTER III
METHODOLOGY
Research Design
This study utilized taro ice cream use experimental research design to determine the
acceptability level of taro ice cream among the respondents as to general acceptability,
appearance, taste, and texture.Taro ice cream experimental research is an experimental study
used to estimate the causal impact of an intervention on its target population.It is a form of
research where the researcher has control over the independent variable, and has a power how
Ingredients
The ingredients to be use in making taro ice cream must be taro root, cornstarch,
Materials
The materials to be use in making the product are stirring material, 3 clean bowl, egg
Procedure:
1.GATHERING OF MATERIALS
In making the ice cream, first will be gathering materials.Gather all the
materials stated above make sure that the materials are all clean and ready to be use.
In a pan, 30 ml of cornstarch and atleast 52.5 ml of skimmed milk will be mix with 250
ml of Evaporada (coconut milk may do it instead) and 155 ml of sugar then, cook it with a
low fire, this will let the sugar particles to melt. Wait until the texture will turn into heavy
liquid.
Boiling the taro will be done so that it will be easy to smash and this is needed
to remove the oxalate content on it. Boil the taro with a 45 ml of baking soda.
In a bowl, the researcher will blend the boiled taro until it turns into a fluffy like
texture, after blending set aside. In another bowl, crack 1 egg then separate its egg yolk from
its egg white, stir well until it turns into a bubbles, then pour it in the blender with the blend
taro, then add the sweetened condensed milk substitute into the blender. After then, blend
them together allow it until it turns into a soft and fluffy texture.
5. FREEZING
Put the finish product into a container then put on the freezer.
6.SERVING
Scoop out the finish product of taro ice cream then put in a clean bowl
then serve.
Statistical Analysis
This study will use the t-test dependent as inferential statistics to determine the
significant differences in commercial ice cream and three experimental taro ice crea.
Measure of Central Tendency specifically mean will be used as descriptive statistics
in the study to determine the commercial ice cream and experimental taro ice cream in terms
of texture,taste, appearance.
Cost Analysis
Materials Cost of
Gathering
Planning
1/2 kilo skimmed milk 55 pesos
Materials
1 box Baking Soda 35 pesos
1 box cornstarch 35 pesos
3 eggs Making of Sweetened
24 pesos Boiling of Taro
Condensed Milk Substitute
1 set of plastic container 75 pesos
1 can Evaporada 24 pesos
Total Making Soft- Ice crem 284 pesos
Freezing
Pre-Testing Serving
NO YES
CONCLUSION and
RECOMMENDATION
Evaluation/Data Gathering
The researcher asked 13 respondents with different age; 8 respondents from the group
of students who have 15-17 years of age, 5 respondents from the group of teachers who have
20- 60 years of age to taste and evaluate the three TARO ICE CREAM mixtures.
The respondents recorded their agreement and disagreement in the checklist provided
by the researcher.
Experimental Design
cornstarch – 30 ml
sugar – 155 ml
Evaporada – 250 ml
Baking soda- 45 ml
Water- 500 ml
The mean value was interpreted using the 9 point hedonic scale;
Adjective Description
9 Outstanding
8 Satisfied
7 Like Moderately
6 Like Slightly
5 Like much
4 Neutral
3 Dislike Moderately
2 Dislike
1 Dislike Extremely
CHAPTER IV
This chapter presents the discussion of findings based on the gathered data. The tables
were sequentially arranged to answer the questions posed in the statement of the problem.
TABLE 2
Appearance is the act or instance of coming into sight; the sensory or phenomenal aspect
of existence to the observer.Table 1 shows the sensory acceptability level of homemade Taro
ice cream as to appearance among the respondents.Treatment 1 and two were satisfied with a
mean of 2.46 and 2.26 while treatment 3 was very satisfied. As to interpretation, meaning
Treatment 2 looks pleasing in it’s appearance while treatment 1 looks very palatable that
T1- 1/2 kilo of taro + 1,032.5 ml mixture of 6.2 The result of the
survey under Taste
ingredients in T1 were Liked
Slightly.
T2- 3/4 kilo of taro + 1,032.5 ml mixture of 7.8 The result of the
survey under Taste
ingredients in T2 were Liked
Moderately.
T2- 3/4 kilo of taro + 1,032.5 ml mixture of 7.2 The result of the
survey under
ingredients Texture in T2 were
Liked Moderately.
Texture is the visual or tactile surface characteristics and appearance of something. Table 3
shows the sensory acceptability of homemade Taro Ice Cream as to taste among the
respondents .
Based on the result of Mean rating on table 3, treatment 2 was liked very much it uses
partially good, treatment 1 was liked moderately it texture is not that good and treatment 3
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This chapter presents the summary of findings, the conclusions drawn from the
Summary
The researcher aimed to find out the acceptability of the Taro Ice cream as an
The data gathered by the researcher were analyzed with the use of weighted mean.
The analysis and interpretation of the data yielded the following results:
1. In general acceptability of ice cream, Ho is accepted meaning, Taro Ice cream have no
commercial one.
Conclusions
From the findings of the study, the following conclusions were drawn:
1. Treatments doesn’t affect the acceptability of the Taro-Laine cause in the annova, it
shows that either by treatments it will remain the same in terms of acceptability.
1. It also states it the nutritional contents that the taro ice cream is a good substitute of
the commercial ice cream based on the ratings given by the random ages; teenagers
and adults.
texture, and taste) and nutritional contents of the taro ice cream and the commercial
one.
Recommendations
Based on the findings and conclusions, the researcher offers the following
recommendations:
1. The texture of the ice cream must become more soft and easy.
2. The taste of the ice cream must be more tasty and interesting.
DATE ACTIVITIES
June 10-20, 2019 Gathering of RRL
June 21, 2019 Checking of RRL
June 24, 2019 Start in making Introduction
June 25, 2019 Writing of background of the study
Dear Respondents,
This 9 point hedonic scale is prepared for evaluating the aaceptability of taro root in
making ice cream. The responce time is almost 2-3 minutes. Please choose the most suitable
Name: Sex:
Age:
Direction:
Indicate the extent of your agreement or disagreement to each characteristics of taro root
as ice cream by putting a check mark on the appropriate column. Headings have these
meanings:
1 Outstanding
2 Satisfied
3 Like Moderately
4 Like Slightly
5 Like Much
6 Neutral
7 Dislike Moderately
8 Dislike
9 Dislike Extremely