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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Flavorings (Choose One)
Method
Preparing the Base
- 1
Combine Milk and Cream
In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of whole milk and 1 cup of heavy cream over medium heat.
- 2
Add Sugar and Salt
Add 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar and a pinch of salt to the milk and cream mixture. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- 3
Heat the Mixture
Continue to heat the mixture gently until it is warm but not boiling, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
- 4
Add Vanilla Extract
Stir in 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract into the warm mixture. Allow it to cool to room temperature.
Flavoring the Gelato
- 5
Choose Your Flavor
Select one flavoring from the options provided (Cocoa Powder, Strawberries, Mint Leaves, or Coffee).
- 6
Incorporate the Flavoring
If using cocoa powder, whisk it into the cool base mixture until completely dissolved. If using strawberries, mint leaves, or coffee, fold them into the mixture gently.
Churning and Freezing
- 7
Churn the Mixture
Pour the gelato mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency, usually about 20-25 minutes.
- 8
Freeze the Gelato
Transfer the churned gelato into an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
