Gelato Recipe
Italian-style ice cream available in various flavors.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Flavor Variants
Method
Base Preparation
- 1
Heat the Milk and Cream
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium heat until the mixture is hot but not boiling, stirring occasionally.
- 2
Whisk Egg Yolks and Sugar
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and granulated sugar until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened.
- 3
- 4
Cook the Mixture
Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon until it thickens enough to coat the back of the spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
- 5
Add Flavoring
Remove from heat, stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. If you are making a flavored gelato, add the desired flavoring (like chocolate syrup, pureed strawberries, coffee grounds, or mint extract) at this point.
- 6
Chill the Mixture
Transfer the mixture to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate until completely chilled, at least 4 hours or overnight.
Churning and Freezing
- 7
Churn the Gelato
Once the mixture is chilled, pour it into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- 8
Freeze the Gelato
Transfer the churned gelato to a lidded container and freeze for at least 2 hours to firm up before serving.
- 9
Serve
Scoop the gelato into bowls or cones and enjoy! Optionally, garnish with fresh fruits, chocolate shavings, or a drizzle of syrup.