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Gelato Recipe

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@lacasarestaurant

Aug 31 2025

3h

Serves 6

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Make Gelato in just 3h . Italian-style ice cream with various flavors

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Ingredients

Base Ingredients

Flavor Variations

Preparation

Preparation

1. Make the Base

In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, and granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is warm, but not boiling.

2. Whisk Egg Yolks

In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks until they are pale and slightly thickened. Gradually add about half of the warm milk mixture to the yolks, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.

3. Combine Mixtures

Pour the egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk mixture. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 5-7 minutes).

4. Cool and Flavor

Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until completely chilled (at least 2 hours).

Churning

5. Churn the Gelato

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.

6. Add Flavors

During the last few minutes of churning, add your desired flavorings (cocoa powder, fruit puree, nuts, or chocolate chips) to incorporate them into the gelato.

Freezing

7. Freeze

Transfer the gelato to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until firm.

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