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Cinnamon Gelato

This cinnamon gelato has subtle warmth and fragrance from the addition of cinnamon and vanilla to a classic egg and cream gelato base.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
7 hrs
Servings: 8 servings | 1 quart
Calories: 231 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 2/3 cup sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Instructions

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  1. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the milk and cream and cook, stirring occasionally so a skin doesn’t form, until tiny bubbles start to appear around the edges and the mixture reaches a temperature of 170°F (77°C).
  2. Meanwhile, in a medium heat-proof bowl, whisk the egg yolks until smooth. Gradually whisk in the sugar until it is well incorporated and the mixture is thick and pale yellow. Temper the egg yolks by very slowly pouring in the hot milk mixture, whisking continuously.
  3. Return the custard to the saucepan and place over low heat. Cook, stirring frequently with a wooden spoon, until the custard is thick enough to coat the back of the spoon and it reaches a temperature of 185°F (85°C). Do not bring to a boil.
  4. Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl. Let cool to room temperature, stirring every 5 minutes or so. (To hasten the cooling process, place the bowl of custard in an ice bath and stir until the custard has cooled.) Once completely cooled, cover and refrigerate the custard for at least 4 hours or overnight. Originally published June 09, 2010.
  5. Gently whisk the vanilla and cinnamon into the custard. Pour the mixture into the container of an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Spoon into an airtight container to chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1portion Calories 231kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 21g (7%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Monounsaturated Fat 4g Cholesterol 133mg (44%) Sodium 36mg (2%) Fiber 0.3g (1%) Sugar 21g (42%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings | 1 quart

Amount Per Serving

Calories 231

% Daily Value*

Serving 1portion
Calories 231kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 21g 7%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Monounsaturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 133mg 44%
Sodium 36mg 2%
Fiber 0.3g 1%
Sugar 21g 42%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.