Teresa's Recipes
Salted Caramel Gelato
Indulge in the luxurious creaminess of homemade salted caramel gelato, a delightful fusion of sweet and salty flavors that tantalize the taste buds. This gelato is inspired by the classic Italian gelato-making tradition, where the emphasis is on using high-quality ingredients to achieve a rich and velvety texture. Perfect for a warm day or as a sophisticated dessert for dinner parties, this salted caramel gelato is a treat you won't soon forget!
Ingredients
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup Water
- 1 teaspoon, plus more for sprinkling Sea salt
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 4 large Egg yolks
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 6
- Dish Type: Dessert
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 22g
- Carbs: 24g
- Protein: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Sugar: 20g
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has completely dissolved and the mixture turns a rich golden caramel color.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and carefully stir in the sea salt. Allow the caramel to cool slightly.
- In a separate saucepan, combine the heavy cream and whole milk. Heat over medium heat until it begins to steam, but do not let it boil.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the egg yolks until pale and slightly thickened.
- Slowly pour the warm milk mixture into the egg yolks, whisking constantly to temper the yolks and prevent curdling.
- Pour the egg and milk mixture back into the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon (about 5-7 minutes). Do not let it boil.
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl to remove any cooked egg bits.
- Stir in the cooled caramel mixture until well combined, ensuring a smooth texture.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate until completely cool, at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Once the mixture is cool, churn it in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Transfer the gelato to a lidded container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving.
- When serving, sprinkle a little extra sea salt on top for an added flavor boost.
Tips
- For a deeper caramel flavor, cook the sugar a little longer until it is darker.
- Try adding a splash of bourbon or rum to the gelato mixture for an adult twist.
- This gelato pairs wonderfully with dark chocolate sauce or a sprinkle of crushed nuts.