Cherry Gelato Recipe
Indulge in our creamy Cherry Gelato, made with ripe cherries for a refreshing and fruity treat.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Prepare the Cherries
In a blender or food processor, puree the fresh cherries until smooth. Strain the puree through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the skins and any solids. You should have about 1 cup of cherry puree.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the cherry puree, granulated sugar, whole milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Whisk until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture is well combined.
- 3
Chill the Mixture
Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until it is completely chilled.
- 4
Churn the Gelato
Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions, typically for about 20-25 minutes, until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- 5
Freeze the Gelato
Transfer the gelato to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
- 6
Serve
Scoop the cherry gelato into bowls and enjoy your refreshing dessert!
