Description
A fragrant and creamy gelato with the delicate floral notes of rosewater and the rich, nutty flavor of pistachios. This indulgent treat is perfect for hot days or as a refreshing dessert to end a meal.
Ingredients
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For the Gelato:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon rosewater
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, finely chopped
- Pink food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Base:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, honey, and salt. Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir occasionally until the sugar and honey are fully dissolved. Heat the mixture until it’s warm but not boiling.
- Infuse the Flavors:
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the rosewater and vanilla extract. If you’d like a subtle pink color, add a few drops of pink food coloring and stir until combined.
- Chill the Mixture:
- Let the mixture cool to room temperature, then transfer it to the refrigerator to chill for at least 2-3 hours or overnight for the best results.
- Churn the Gelato:
- Once the mixture is thoroughly chilled, pour it into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions. During the last few minutes of churning, add the finely chopped pistachios to the gelato.
- Freeze and Serve:
- After churning, transfer the gelato to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until firm. Scoop and serve chilled, garnishing with extra chopped pistachios if desired.
Notes
- Rosewater can vary in strength depending on the brand, so you may want to adjust the amount to suit your personal taste.
- If you don’t have an ice cream maker, you can place the mixture in a freezer-safe container and stir every 30 minutes for the first 2 hours to help create a smooth texture.
- For a smoother consistency, you can lightly toast the pistachios before chopping them.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churned, Frozen
- Cuisine: Italian, Middle Eastern