DUNDALK, Md. — Two popular Dundalk snowball stands are drawing loyal customers who can't agree on what makes the perfect frozen treat, as Baltimore area residents seek relief from sweltering summer heat.

At Icy Delight, owner Bill Gay believes the secret lies in the texture and homemade syrups.

"So, the perfect snowball is the shaved ice. Nobody really wants that crunchy ice anymore because the shaved ice is gonna hold up to the flavor when you put the flavor on top," Gay said.

Gay has built a snowball empire with nine locations stretching from Brewer Hill to Parkville, Essex, Middle River, Rosedale and Carroll Island. He also added a snowball truck to his fleet last year.

The battle of the snowballs in Dundalk! Hear what snowball stand owners think makes the perfect snowball Dundalk'

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