Gelato Del Giorno Recipe

Directions for Gelato del Giorno

1. 1

   Prepare the Base

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

2. 2

   Whisk the Egg Yolks

   In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks until they are pale and slightly thickened.

3. 3

   Temper the Egg Yolks

   Slowly pour about a cup of the warm milk mixture into the egg yolks, whisking constantly to temper the eggs. Then, pour the egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk mixture.

4. 4

   Cook the Mixture

   Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 5-7 minutes). Do not let it boil.

5. 5

   Add Flavor and Chill

   Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt. If using a flavoring like chocolate or fruit puree, add it now. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

6. 6

   Churn the Gelato

   Once the mixture is chilled, churn it in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.

7. 7

   Freeze and Serve

   Transfer the gelato to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving. Scoop and enjoy your Gelato del Giorno!