Gelato

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This gelato recipe is from my Italian mother-in-law. This basic recipe may be used as a base for your favorite flavors. Try adding vanilla, shaved chocolate, or your favorite fruits. Experiment with desired flavors!

Submitted by OSTAFF1
Updated on May 27, 2024
close up view of Gelato in a gelato bowl
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Cook Time:
3 hrs
Total Time:
3 hrs
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 2 cups milk

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • 4 egg yolks

  • ½ cup sugar

Directions

  1. Gather the ingredients.

  2. Mix milk and cream in a medium saucepan. Warm until foam forms around the edges. Remove from heat.

  3. Beat egg yolks and sugar until frothy in a large bowl. Gradually pour the warm milk into egg yolks and sugar, whisking constantly. Return mixture to saucepan; cook over medium heat, stirring with a wooden spoon until the mixture gels slightly and coats the back of the spoon. If small egg lumps begin to show, remove from heat immediately.

  4. Pour the mixture through a sieve or fine strainer into a bowl. Cover, and chill for several hours or overnight.

  5. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker, and freeze according to the manufacturer's instructions. Transfer to a sealed container, and freeze until firm. If the gelato is too firm, place it in the refrigerator until it reaches the desired consistency.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

416 Calories
29g Fat
33g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 416
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 29g 37%
Saturated Fat 17g 84%
Cholesterol 296mg 99%
Sodium 81mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate 33g 12%
Total Sugars 31g
Protein 8g 16%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 203mg 16%
Iron 1mg 3%
Potassium 246mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.