Gelato Recipe

Gelato Directions

1. 1

   Prepare 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 hot but not boiling.

2. 2

   Whisk the Egg Yolks

   In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks until they are light and creamy. Gradually add about 1 cup of the hot milk mixture to the egg yolks, whisking constantly to temper them.

3. 3

   Combine and Heat

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

4. 4

   Chill the Mixture

   Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

5. 5

   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.

6. 6

   Freeze

   Transfer the gelato to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours to firm up before serving.