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Rich Strawberry Cheesecake Gelato

Creamy Rich Strawberry Cheesecake Gelato for Summer Bliss

This Rich Strawberry Cheesecake Gelato is a creamy delight, perfect for summer afternoons.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Gelato Base
  • 6 large Egg Yolks Fresh and properly whisked
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust to taste
  • 2 cups Whole Milk Can substitute with low-fat milk
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Swap with coconut cream for dairy-free
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Must be at room temperature
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Consider vanilla bean for aroma
Strawberry Flavor
  • 1/2 cup Seedless Strawberry Jam Opt for high-quality
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice Crucial for flavor depth
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances overall taste
Crunchy Finish
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Pieces Crush gently into 1/4-inch pieces

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • whisk
  • Fine-mesh sieve
  • spatula
  • Ice Cream Maker
  • bowl for ice bath

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare Ingredients by ensuring cream cheese is at room temperature and measuring all other ingredients.
  2. Whisk Egg Yolks and Sugar in a medium saucepan until pale and thickened.
  3. Combine Milks by pouring in milk and cream, whisking until smooth.
  4. Add Cream Cheese into the mixture, whisking until melted.
  5. Mix in Flavors: Stir in vanilla extract, strawberry jam, lemon juice, and salt.
  6. Cook Mixture over medium-low heat, stirring until it reaches 165°F to 176°F.
  7. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl.
  8. Ice Bath: Place the bowl in an ice bath for 30 to 45 minutes to cool.
  9. Churn Gelato in an ice cream maker until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
  10. Freeze the gelato in a container for at least 24 hours.
  11. Add Graham Crackers just before serving for crunch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients for the best results and ensure to follow the steps carefully for perfect texture.

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