Banana Caramel Gelato
Banana Caramel Gelato combines ripe bananas with a homemade caramel to create a rich, creamy frozen dessert with a deep, toffee-like sweetness. Gelato is churned more slowly than ice cream and contains less air, giving it a denser, smoother consistency. Allow around 4 hours for churning and freezing before serving.
Equipment
- Ice Cream Maker
- Saucepan
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Food Processor
Ingredients
For the Caramel Base:
- 1 cup sugar granulated
- ¼ cup water
- ⅔ cup heavy cream warm slightly
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
For the Gelato Base:
- 3 medium ripe bananas peeled and sliced
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup sugar granulated
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Caramel Base: In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1/4 cup of water. Heat over medium until the sugar dissolves and the mixture turns into a golden caramel color. Carefully whisk in the warm heavy cream and butter until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- Create the Gelato Base: In a food processor, blend the ripe bananas until smooth. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the banana puree with the caramel, whole milk, 1/2 cup of sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
- Churn the Gelato: Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions. This process should take about 30-40 minutes until the gelato reaches a creamy consistency.
- Freeze the Gelato: Transfer the churned gelato into a freezer-safe container. Freeze for at least 4 hours, or until firm, before serving.
Notes
- For a healthier twist, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and reduce sugar to taste.
- To infuse a nutty flavor, consider adding a tablespoon of toasted almond slices or hazelnut spread to the base.
Nutrition
Calories: 395kcalCarbohydrates: 66gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 31mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 60gVitamin A: 609IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 72mgIron: 0.2mg
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