Home Made Gelato Or Sorbet Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Flavoring Ingredients
Method
Preparation of Base
- 1
Make the Base Mixture
In a medium saucepan, combine whole milk, heavy cream, and granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar has fully dissolved.
- 2
Add Flavorings
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
Flavoring Options
- 3
Prepare Flavorings
If using fresh fruit, puree the fruit in a blender until smooth. For chocolate, melt it if using solid chocolate or simply add cocoa powder to the cooled mixture. For nuts, finely chop before adding.
- 4
Combine with Base
Mix the prepared flavorings into the cooled base mixture until well combined.
Chilling and Churning
- 5
Chill the Mixture
Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow flavors to meld and mixture to chill.
- 6
Churn the Mixture
Once chilled, pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- 7
Freeze to Firm
Transfer the gelato or sorbet to an airtight container and freeze for an additional 2-4 hours until firm.
