Coconut Gelato
Indulge in the creamy, tropical allure of homemade Coconut Gelato, a dessert that captures the essence of summer with every luscious bite. Made with rich coconut milk, velvety heavy cream, and delicately sweet shredded coconut, this gelato delivers a silky texture and bold coconut flavor that's utterly irresistible. Enhanced with a touch of vanilla extract and perfectly balanced with just a hint of salt, this recipe achieves an exquisite harmony of taste. The inclusion of cornstarch ensures a delightful creaminess, while an ice cream maker churns it to perfection. Ready in just over 30 minutes of prep time, with a final freeze to set, Coconut Gelato is the perfect treat for backyard gatherings, seaside celebrations, or a quiet indulgence at home. Serve it with a sprinkle of extra shredded coconut or in golden sugar cones for the ultimate tropical dessert experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Coconut milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium heat until just beginning to simmer, but do not boil.
In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and cornstarch.
Gradually whisk the sugar-cornstarch mixture into the coconut milk and cream mixture until fully incorporated.
Continue to cook the mixture, stirring constantly, over medium heat until it thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. It should coat the back of a spoon.
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the shredded coconut, vanilla extract, and salt.
Let the mixture cool down to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until completely chilled.
Once chilled, pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions, usually about 20-25 minutes.
Transfer the gelato into an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours to firm up.
Serve scoops of coconut gelato in bowls or cones, garnished with additional shredded coconut if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1895 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.0 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.5 g | 362% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 240 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 766 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 217.9 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 187.1 g | ||
| Protein | 3.1 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 682 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
