Gelato Recipe

Time2h

Serves4

House-made gelato in various flavors.

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Ingredients

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1
Combine Milk and Cream
In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of whole milk and 1 cup of heavy cream. Heat over medium heat until the mixture is warm but not boiling.
2
Whisk Sugar and Egg Yolks
In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar and 4 large egg yolks until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened.
3
Temper the Egg Mixture
Slowly pour the warm milk and cream mixture into the egg yolk mixture, whisking continuously to temper the eggs and prevent them from scrambling.
4
Cook the Mixture
Return the combined mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 5-10 minutes).
5
Add Vanilla
Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until chilled.

6
Prepare Flavorings
Choose your desired flavoring. For strawberry gelato, puree 1 cup of fresh strawberries. For chocolate gelato, melt 1 cup of dark chocolate. For matcha gelato, mix 2 tablespoons of matcha powder with a bit of warm water to create a paste. For cookies and cream, crush 1 cup of cookies.
7
Mix in Flavorings
Once the base mixture is chilled, divide it into separate bowls if making multiple flavors. Stir in your chosen flavoring into the respective bowls.

8
Churn the Gelato
Pour your flavored mixtures into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
9
Transfer to Freezer
Transfer the churned gelato to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.