Abstract: The invention relates to a shelf-or chilled-stable mix of food ingredients for the preparation of a frozen dessert, wherein i) the ingredients mix is in a non-frozen state and contained in an aseptic, closed, preferably sealed, packaging, and wherein ii) the ingredient mix comprises propylene glycol monoester of fatty acid, preferably propylene glycol monostearate (PGMS) as sole emulsifier or in combination with at least one further emulsifier for frozen desserts; iii) the salt content of the non-frozen mix is at least 70 mg/100 g product, and iiii) the non-frozen mix having a total solids content of less than 30%, preferably from 20 to 28%, and wherein optionally the ingredient mix may be aerated. The invention also relates to a method of making such a product.