Hi Bold Bakers! When it comes to summer desserts, you can’t beat gelato. I love ice cream, of course, but gelato just feels so much more decadent. It’s creamier, more flavorful, and so refreshing. And flavoring a gelato with fragrant rosewater? That’s extra decadent.  Already have an account? I don’t often get to play around with the flavors of rosewater, but the understated floral flavor it brings to a dessert tastes beautiful. If rosewater isn’t your thing, but you still want to whip up some gelato, be sure to try one of my many different recipes!  But believe me when I say that this recipe is the perfect reason to pull out your ice cream maker!!

What Is Rosewater Gelato?

Gelato is slightly like ice cream, but not really, even though they are made with the same ingredients (and I just told you to break out your “ice cream maker” above!). Gelato has a lower fat percentage than ice cream, which means the flavors shine through even more! Due to ice cream’s high-fat content, it tends to coat your mouth, so you actually taste less. This gelato recipe is flavored with a hint of rosewater, which I find to be a very elegant flavor. It’s slightly floral, sweet, and unbelievably creamy. I feel fancy just scooping it!

What You Need To Make Rosewater Gelato

Measuring cups and Spoons Mixing bowl Sieve Medium saucepan Ice cream maker

How To Make Rosewater Gelato

With just a couple of minutes at the stove and a few hours in the freezer, you can whip up this beautiful rosewater gelato too! Here is how you make it (full recipe with measurements below):

Gemma’s Pro Chef Tips For Making Rosewater Gelato

Serve this gelato with homemade ice cream cones! For a special treat, make a chocolate and rose sundae by serving this with homemade ganache and whipped cream. Blend a few scoops of rosewater gelato with a splash of milk for a rosy milkshake! You can replace the rosewater in this recipe with orange blossom water for an equally delightful, floral gelato. Cardamom and rose is a lovely flavor combination – try stirring in a ½ teaspoon of ground cardamom into your gelato base just before churning.

How Do I Store Rosewater Gelato?

Homemade gelato will last for up to 1 week in an airtight container in your freezer. 

Make More Ice Cream!

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