Buontalenti Gelato

Ingredients

• 2 cups (470ml) whole milk 2 cups (470ml) whole milk
• 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
• 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
• 4 large egg yolks 4 large egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 20g, 12g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 30g, 28g
• Protein: 5g
• Fiber: 0g
• Salt: 0.1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a saucepan, combine the milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium heat until it reaches a gentle simmer. Remove from heat.
2. 2.
   In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar and egg yolks until well combined.
3. 3.
   Slowly pour the hot milk mixture into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly to prevent curdling.
4. 4.
   Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon. This should take about 8-10 minutes.
5. 5.
   Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
6. 6.
   Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
7. 7.
   Once chilled, pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
8. 8.
   Transfer the churned gelato into a lidded container and freeze for an additional 2-3 hours to firm up.
9. 9.
   Serve the Buontalenti Gelato in cups or cones and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Egg yolks — Make sure to whisk the egg yolks and sugar until well combined to create a smooth custard base for the gelato.

Tips & Tricks

• For a more intense vanilla flavor, you can use a vanilla bean instead of vanilla extract. Simply split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Add the seeds and the vanilla bean pod to the milk and cream mixture while heating, then remove the pod before chilling the mixture.
• To prevent ice crystals from forming, make sure the gelato mixture is thoroughly chilled before churning.
• For added texture and flavor, you can fold in your favorite mix-ins, such as chocolate chips, crushed cookies, or chopped nuts, during the last few minutes of churning.

Serving advice

Serve the Buontalenti Gelato in small cups or cones to fully enjoy its creamy texture and rich flavor. You can also garnish it with a sprinkle of cocoa powder or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for an extra touch of indulgence.

Presentation advice

To elevate the presentation of the Buontalenti Gelato, you can serve it in elegant glass bowls or dessert glasses. Add a fresh mint leaf or a small cookie on top as a decorative element. The pale yellow color of the gelato will beautifully contrast with the glassware, creating an enticing visual appeal.