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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Flavoring Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Base
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium heat until the mixture is warm but not boiling.
- 2
Whisk Together Sugar and Egg Yolks
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and egg yolks until the mixture is pale and creamy.
- 3
- 4
Cook the Custard
Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
- 5
Add Vanilla
Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Allow the custard to cool to room temperature.
Flavoring and Churning
- 6
Add Flavorings
Once the custard is cool, mix in the chocolate chips and cocoa powder until well incorporated.
- 7
Chill the Mixture
Cover the mixture with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
- 8
Churn the Gelato
Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- 9
Freeze the Gelato
Transfer the gelato to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving to allow it to firm up.
