Peach Gelato
Made with ripe fresh peaches and a custard base churned to a denser, creamier consistency than standard ice cream, this gelato captures a clean, true fruit flavor. The base needs to chill before churning, so plan for about 4 hours in total. Serve it soft-scooped for the best texture.
Equipment
- Blender
- Ice Cream Maker
- Mixing Bowl
- Saucepan
Ingredients
- 2 cups ripe peaches peeled, pitted, and sliced
- 1 cup whole milk preferably organic
- 1 cup heavy cream chilled
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Peach Puree: In a blender, combine the ripe peaches and lemon juice. Blend until smooth and set aside 1/2 cup of the puree.
- Create the Gelato Base: In a saucepan, heat the whole milk and sugar over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled milk mixture, heavy cream, reserved 1/2 cup peach puree, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir to mix thoroughly.
- Chill and Churn: Refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours until well chilled. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- Freeze Gelato: Transfer the gelato to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2-3 hours until firm.
Notes
- For a deeper peach flavor, you can roast the peaches before blending. Simply place them in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes. This can also be enhanced by adding a splash of peach schnapps to the mixture.
Nutrition
Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 130mgPotassium: 165mgFiber: 1gSugar: 33gVitamin A: 816IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 79mgIron: 0.2mg
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