Pineapple Coconut Gelato
Pineapple Coconut Gelato blends the bright sweetness of fresh pineapple with rich coconut milk, churned in an ice cream maker to produce a smooth, dense frozen dessert. The base comes together quickly on the stovetop before churning, and the total time including freezing is around 4 to 5 hours. It scoops best after a few minutes at room temperature.
Equipment
- Ice Cream Maker
- Blender
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- Freezer-safe container
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks ensure the pineapple is ripe and juicy
- 1 cup coconut milk full-fat for creaminess
- ½ cup sugar organic cane sugar is preferred
- 1 tsp vanilla extract pure vanilla extract
- ⅛ tsp salt a pinch to enhance sweetness
Instructions
- Prepare the Pineapple: In a blender, puree the fresh pineapple chunks until smooth. Strain the puree to remove any fibrous bits, leaving you with a smooth juice. Measure 1 cup to use in the recipe.
- Create the Gelato Mix: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the pineapple juice, coconut milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until the sugar is completely dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
- Churn the Gelato: Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- Set the Gelato: Transfer the gelato to a freezer-safe container and smooth the top with a spatula. Cover and freeze for at least 2 hours to firm up before serving.
Notes
Lori’s Tips:
- For an extra tropical twist, add a tablespoon of rum to the mix for flavor (note: this is not suitable for children).
- Substitute coconut sugar for a slightly different depth of sweetness.
Nutrition
Calories: 252kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 81mgPotassium: 216mgFiber: 1gSugar: 33gVitamin A: 48IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 21mgIron: 2mg
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