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Rhubarb Gelato

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  • Author: simplemealsbykim
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 6 hours
  • Yield: 1 quart 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Churned
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A creamy and tangy gelato made with fresh rhubarb, offering a perfect balance of tartness and sweetness in a smooth frozen treat.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups chopped fresh rhubarb
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, combine the rhubarb, 1/4 cup of the sugar, and water. Cook over medium heat until the rhubarb is soft, about 10 minutes. Let cool slightly, then puree until smooth. Set aside to cool completely.
  2. In another saucepan, heat the milk and remaining 1/2 cup sugar over medium heat until steaming but not boiling.
  3. In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Slowly pour in the hot milk mixture while whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
  4. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in the rhubarb puree, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt.
  6. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  7. Churn the mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
  8. Transfer the gelato to a container and freeze until firm, about 2-4 hours, before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh rhubarb for best flavor, but frozen rhubarb can also be used.
  • Adjust sugar to taste depending on the tartness of your rhubarb.
  • Add a touch of lemon juice for extra brightness if desired.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 21g
  • Sodium: 40mg
  • Fat: 13g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg