How do I make creamy stracciatella gelato?

Indulge in the silky smoothness of stracciatella gelato! Our recipe creates delicate chocolate flakes in every spoonful. Taste the magic!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make creamy stracciatella gelato. Items include: Whole milk Heavy cream Egg yolks Granulated sugar Dark chocolate

Whole milk 2 cups
Heavy cream 1 cup
Egg yolks 6
Granulated sugar 3/4 cup
Dark chocolate 4 ounces

Take note
Remember, making gelato can be addictively delicious! Prepare for an intense desire to make it again and again.

1

Prepare the Gelato Base

In a saucepan, combine 2 cups of whole milk and 1 cup of heavy cream. Heat the mixture over medium-low heat until it starts to steam, but make sure it doesn't boil. Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, whisk together 6 egg yolks with 3/4 cup of granulated sugar until pale and creamy. Slowly pour the hot milk mixture into the egg mixture while whisking continuously. Transfer the mixture back to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.

2

Cool and Chill the Gelato Base

Once the gelato base has thickened, remove it from the heat and strain it through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl. This step ensures a smooth and creamy texture. Let the mixture cool to room temperature, then cover it with plastic wrap, making sure the plastic wrap touches the surface of the mixture to prevent a skin from forming. Chill the gelato base in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.

3

Churn the Gelato Base

Once the gelato base is well chilled, pour it into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions. This usually takes about 20-25 minutes. The gelato should have a soft and creamy consistency when it's done.

4

Add the Chocolate Flakes

While the gelato is churning, melt 4 ounces of dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water. Stir occasionally until smooth. Set the melted chocolate aside to cool slightly. When the gelato is almost done churning, slowly drizzle the melted chocolate into the ice cream maker. The movement of the churn will create delicate chocolate flakes throughout the gelato.

5

Transfer and Freeze

Once the gelato has reached the desired consistency and the chocolate flakes have been evenly distributed, transfer it to an airtight container. Press a piece of parchment paper directly onto the surface of the gelato to prevent freezer burn. Freeze the gelato for at least 4 hours or until firm. Now, get ready to enjoy your creamy stracciatella gelato!