Hey guys! This month's recipe is Chocolate Gelato
The world's best loved product, gelato comes from the Italian word gelare, meaning "to freeze." Gelato is an Italian ice cream dessert made from milk and sugar, combined with flavorings.
Gelato is usually made from whole milk and cream is sometimes added to increase the creamy texture. North American-style ice cream contains more butterfat than gelato since more cream is added.
Gelato have a lightness and freshness of flavor.
Recipe Cook and Preparation Time: 20 mins.
Freezing Time: 5 hrs
INGREDIENTS:
1/2 cup sugar.
2 tablespoons cornstarch.
2 cups whole milk, divided.
5 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped.
1/2 cup heavy cream.
1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
Pinch of salt.
METHOD:
In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
Gradually add 1/4 cup milk, whisking to dissolve cornstarch.
Whisk in remaining milk.
Cook over medium heat until mixture thickens and comes to a boil. Allow to boil for 1 minute, stirring occasionally.
Remove from heat.
Add chocolate and allow to sit for 1 minute and let it sit until chocolate is melted and smooth.
Transfer mixture to a medium bowl.
Mix in the cream and vanilla.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Transfer to an ice cream maker.
Then transfer the gelato to an airtight container and freeze until hardened, about 3 hours.
Let soften 5 minutes before serving.
SUGGESTION:
Add coarsely crushed toffee candy, toasted nuts, chocolate chips, or any other candy during last 2 minutes of churning in ice cream maker.
BY : @shalufar
P.S. : If you guys have any queries about cooking you can share them below in comment section. I'd love to answer them, and do not forget to share your favorite flavor of Gelato!
