Hi Bold Bakers! If you love my 2-Ingredient No-Machine Ice Cream then you are going to freak out when I tell you I’m going to show you how you can also make Homemade Gelato using a really simple technique and no ice cream machine. It’s a custard base just like the classic but with a whipped twist. Keep reading to find out more. Already have an account?
Gelato vs. Ice Cream: What’s the Difference?
Good question! They both have the same ingredients however the ratios aren’t — leaving you with two slightly similar but different results. Basically, both are custards made with eggs, sugar, milk, and cream, however classic ice cream has more cream than milk… and gelato has more milk than cream. Also, it’s usually churned at a much slower rate than ice cream, incorporating less air and leaving the gelato denser.
What You Need to Make Strawberry Gelato
You will be happy to know that one thing you DON’T need is an ice cream maker. All you have to have is:
Heavy Bottomed, Medium Saucepan 2 Medium Bowls Electric Mixer Wooden Spoon/Spatula Fine Sieve Loaf Pan Measuring cups and Spoons
How to Make Strawberry Gelato
No ice cream machine, just these simple steps. Here’s a basic rundown of what you’ll be doing in my Strawberry Gelato recipe (and don’t forget to get the full recipe with measurements, on the page down below):
Tips and Tricks for Making Strawberry Gelato
Cook the custard low and slow otherwise it can curdle Use fresh or defrosted strawberries for the fruit flavor OH NO, mine curdled! Do you have an immersion blender or a regular blender? Blend for around 20 seconds and it will come back as good as new. If you don’t whisk up your gelato while freezing then ice crystals will form. Use full-fat milk because fat = flavor. Don’t be shy with the salt and vanilla extract, because those seasonings will make a world of difference to the flavor.
How To Store Strawberry Gelato
Store gelato in a tightly covered, freezer-safe container in the freezer. Make sure it is always covered because no one likes gelato that tastes like freezer burn, and it will keep happily in your freezer for up to 6 weeks. If your gelato lasted that long more power to you!
Make More Frozen Treats!
Homemade Ice Cream with 2 Ingredients Ice Cream in a Jar Homemade Chocolate Ice Cream
And don’t forget to buy my Bigger Bolder Baking Cookbook! Full (and printable) recipe below!
