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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Gelato Flavors
Method
Preparation
- 1
Make the Base
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, and sugar. Heat over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is just below boiling. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let it cool.
- 2
Prepare Chocolate Gelato
Melt the dark chocolate in a double boiler or microwave. Once the base is cooled, mix in the melted chocolate. Pour into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Freeze until firm.
- 3
Prepare Strawberry Sorbet
Blend the fresh strawberries until smooth. Mix the berry puree with the cooled base and churn in the ice cream maker. Freeze until firm.
- 4
Prepare Lemon Sorbet
Combine the fresh lemon juice with the cooled base. Adjust sweetness if needed. Churn in the ice cream maker and freeze until firm.
Serving
- 5
Scoop and Serve
Once all three flavors are ready, scoop out a portion of each flavor and serve in a bowl or cone. Enjoy your trio of gelati and sorbetti!