Jul 13 2026

Gelato Recipe

Time4h
Serves6

Rich and creamy Italian-style ice cream available in various flavors.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Method

Preparation of Gelato Base

  1. 1

    Heat the Milk and Cream

    In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium heat until it is warm but not boiling, stirring occasionally.

  2. 2

    Whisk Egg Yolks and Sugar

    In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt until the mixture becomes pale and creamy.

  3. 3

    Temper the Egg Mixture

    Slowly add about a cup of the warm milk and cream mixture to the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs and prevent them from scrambling.

  4. 4

    Combine Mixtures

    Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk and cream. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon (about 170°F or 77°C).

  5. 5

    Cool and Add Flavor

    Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let the mixture cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Flavoring and Churning

  1. 6

    Add Flavoring

    Once the base is chilled, divide it into separate bowls if making different flavors. Add your chosen flavoring ingredient (fruit puree, melted chocolate, or chopped nuts) to each bowl and mix well.

  2. 7

    Churn the Gelato

    Pour the flavored mixtures into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions, usually around 20-30 minutes, until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.

  3. 8

    Freeze the Gelato

    Transfer the gelato to an airtight container and freeze for an additional 2-4 hours to firm up before serving.

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