Mocha Chip Gelato Amazing Ice Cream Machine
Indulge in the rich, velvety decadence of Mocha Chip Gelato, crafted effortlessly with an ice cream machine. This homemade gelato combines the bold flavors of unsweetened cocoa and instant coffee granules, delivering a perfect mocha punch, while semisweet chocolate chips add delightful bursts of texture to each bite. A luxurious custard base made with whole milk, heavy cream, and egg yolks ensures a creamy, smooth consistency, while vanilla extract and a pinch of salt enhance the depth of flavor. With just 15 minutes of prepping and a few simple steps, this recipe is perfect for coffee enthusiasts and chocolate lovers alike. Serve this irresistible treat after chilling for a scoopable, professional-quality gelato that’s perfect for impressing guests or savoring solo. Your ice cream machine will transform these classic ingredients into blissful perfection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons Instant coffee granules
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 4 large Egg yolks
- 0.75 cup Semisweet chocolate chips
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the whole milk, heavy cream, 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, cocoa powder, instant coffee granules, and salt over medium heat. Bring the mixture just to a simmer, stirring frequently, until the sugar and cocoa powder are fully dissolved. Remove from heat.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and the remaining 1/2 cup of granulated sugar until the mixture is pale yellow and thick.
Slowly stream about 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture into the egg yolk mixture while whisking constantly to temper the eggs. Gradually add the tempered egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the rest of the milk mixture, whisking constantly.
Return the saucepan to medium-low heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon (about 8–10 minutes). Do not let it boil.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any curdled bits.
Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until completely chilled.
Once chilled, pour the mixture into your ice cream machine. Churn according to the manufacturer's instructions, typically 20–25 minutes, until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
In the last 5 minutes of churning, add the semisweet chocolate chips to incorporate them evenly into the gelato.
Transfer the gelato to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours to firm up before serving.
Scoop and enjoy your homemade mocha chip gelato!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2784 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 163.9 g | 210% | |
| Saturated Fat | 94.8 g | 474% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1037 mg | 346% | |
| Sodium | 887 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 294.3 g | 107% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 270.7 g | ||
| Protein | 42.2 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.2 mcg | 36% | |
| Calcium | 839 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 1870 mg | 40% | |
*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.
