Swedish-inspired Lingonberry Gelato

Ingredients

In this Swedish-inspired adaptation, lingonberries are used instead of traditional Italian flavors like pistachio or hazelnut. Lingonberries are a staple in Swedish cuisine and are known for their tart and slightly sweet taste. The gelato base remains the same, but the addition of lingonberries gives it a unique twist and a taste that is distinctly Swedish. We alse have the original recipe for Gelato, so you can check it out.

• 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 egg yolks 4 egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup (150g) lingonberries, fresh or frozen 1 cup (150g) lingonberries, fresh or frozen
• 1/4 cup (50g) lingonberry jam 1/4 cup (50g) lingonberry jam

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 18g, 11g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 36g, 32g
• Protein: 5g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a saucepan, heat the milk and cream over medium heat until it begins to 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 mixture, whisking constantly.
4. 4.
   Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon. This should take about 10 minutes.
5. 5.
   Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
6. 6.
   Let the mixture cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
7. 7.
   Once chilled, churn the gelato mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
8. 8.
   In a separate bowl, mash the lingonberries with a fork until slightly chunky.
9. 9.
   Fold the mashed lingonberries and lingonberry jam into the churned gelato.
10. 10.
    Transfer the gelato to a lidded container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
11. 11.
    Serve the Lingonberry Gelato in bowls or cones and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Lingonberries — If fresh lingonberries are not available, you can use frozen lingonberries. Thaw them before mashing and folding into the gelato.
• Lingonberry jam — Look for lingonberry jam in specialty stores or online. If you can't find it, you can substitute with cranberry jam or raspberry jam for a similar flavor profile.

Tips & Tricks

• For a creamier texture, make sure to chill the gelato mixture thoroughly before churning.
• If you prefer a smoother gelato, strain the cooked mixture before chilling to remove any lumps.
• Serve the Lingonberry Gelato with a sprinkle of crushed gingerbread cookies for a traditional Swedish touch.
• Experiment with other Swedish flavors by adding a hint of cardamom or cinnamon to the gelato base.
• If you don't have an ice cream maker, you can pour the gelato mixture into a shallow dish and freeze, stirring every 30 minutes until it reaches the desired consistency.

Serving advice

Serve the Lingonberry Gelato in small bowls or cones. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint or a lingonberry on top for an elegant presentation.

Presentation advice

To create an eye-catching presentation, serve the Lingonberry Gelato in glass dessert bowls or martini glasses. Drizzle a swirl of lingonberry syrup on top and garnish with a sprig of fresh mint.