Longford's Gelato Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Flavor Additions
Method
Preparation of the Gelato Base
- 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 warm but not boiling, stirring occasionally.
- 2
Whisk Egg Yolks and Sugar
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and granulated sugar until the mixture is pale and thick.
- 3
- 4
Cook the Mixture
Return the combined mixture to the saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 5-7 minutes).
- 5
Add Flavoring
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- 6
Chill the Base
Transfer the mixture to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until completely chilled (at least 4 hours or overnight).
Churning and Flavoring
- 7
Churn the Gelato
Once chilled, pour the gelato base into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft serve consistency.
- 8
Add Chocolate Chips or Fruits
If adding chocolate chips, fresh strawberries, or mint leaves, fold them into the gelato during the last 5 minutes of churning.
- 9
Incorporate Caramel Sauce
If using caramel sauce, drizzle it into the gelato during the last minute of churning, creating swirls.
Freezing
- 10
Transfer to Container
Scoop the churned gelato into an airtight container, smoothing the top.
- 11
Freeze Until Firm
Cover the container with a lid and freeze the gelato for at least 4 hours to firm up.