{"id":"gelato_fd4a03473b","slug":"authentic-italian-gelato","title":"Authentic Italian Gelato","description":"A silky, dense, and intensely flavored Italian frozen treat. Unlike traditional ice cream, gelato is made with more milk than cream and churned at a slower speed to create a signature creamy texture without too much air.","serves":6,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":10,"totalMinutes":45,"activeMinutes":25},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"2 cups whole milk","name":"Milk","quantity":475,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"cup","form":"whole","notes":"","group":"Custard Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"1 cup heavy cream","name":"Cream","quantity":240,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"cup","form":"heavy","notes":"","group":"Custard Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"1/2 cup granulated sugar","name":"Granulated Sugar","quantity":100,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"granulated","notes":"","group":"Custard Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"4 large egg yolks","name":"Egg Yolks","quantity":4,"unit":"clove","usQuantity":4,"usUnit":"piece","form":"yolks only","notes":"large","group":"Custard Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1 tsp vanilla extract","name":"Vanilla Extract","quantity":5,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"liquid","notes":"","group":"Flavoring","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1 pinch salt","name":"Salt","quantity":1,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"pinch","form":"fine","notes":"to taste","group":"Flavoring","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a medium saucepan, combine the milk and cream. Heat over medium heat until it begins to simmer (do not let it reach a full boil).","group":"Preparation","title":"Combine the milk and cream","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened.","group":"Preparation","title":"Whisk together the egg yolks and sugar","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Slowly temper the egg yolks by drizzling in a small amount of the hot milk mixture while whisking constantly. Once the yolks are warm, pour the entire yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk.","group":"Cooking","title":"Slowly temper the egg yolks","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Cook the mixture over low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until it reaches 175°F (79°C) or is thick enough to coat the back of the spoon. Remove from heat immediately.","group":"Cooking","title":"Cook the mixture","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Stir in the vanilla extract and salt. Strain the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl. Cover with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or overnight.","group":"Chilling","title":"Stir in the vanilla extract and salt","timerMinutes":240,"sourceTitle":"Chilling"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Pour the chilled custard into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions, typically for 20-30 minutes, until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.","group":"Churning","title":"Pour the chilled custard","timerMinutes":25,"sourceTitle":"Churning"},{"id":"instruction-7","text":"Transfer the gelato to a container and freeze for another 2-4 hours to firm up before serving.","group":"Freezing","title":"Transfer the gelato","timerMinutes":120,"sourceTitle":"Freezing"}],"notes":"Ensure your ice cream maker bowl is frozen for at least 24 hours before starting. For the best texture, serve the gelato slightly warmer than traditional ice cream (around 10-15°F or -12 to -9°C).","cuisine":{"group":"Italian","specific":["Italian"]},"course":["dessert"],"cookingMethod":["simmer","noCook"],"equipment":["ice cream maker","saucepan","whisk","fine-mesh sieve","thermometer"],"diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free"],"allergens":["milk","eggs"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":1,"unit":"liter","note":"Approximately 1 quart"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The custard base can be made up to 2 days in advance and kept in the refrigerator."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container in the back of the freezer to avoid temperature fluctuations.","reheatingNotes":"Allow to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before scooping for the best texture."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fgelato_fd4a03473b%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=d679ff2e-c3f2-4e9d-b7ad-993e029b136b","imageAlt":"Authentic Italian Gelato — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["gelato","italian dessert","creamy","vanilla","frozen treat"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Authentic Italian Gelato","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T08:15:21.713Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T08:15:21.713Z","related":[{"id":"zabaione_e4ffd1c355","slug":"zabaione","title":"Zabaione","description":"A classic, ethereal Italian dessert custard that is light, frothy, and rich. 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