Limoncello gelato, a delectable frozen treat, is a symphony of zesty lemon flavor, creamy indulgence, and a hint of sweet sunshine. This quintessential Italian dessert is a captivating blend of smooth gelato and the vibrant essence of limoncello, a traditional Italian liqueur crafted from lemon zest, alcohol, and sugar. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind creating the most delightful limoncello gelato, a perfect balance of tangy, creamy, and refreshing flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
LIMONCELLO GELATO
Provided by Cristina Ceccatelli Cook
Categories Liqueur Ice Cream Machine Dessert Frozen Dessert Lemon Summer Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes about 4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Whisk first 6 ingredients in large saucepan. Scrape in seeds from vanilla bean; add bean. Cook over medium-high heat until bubbles form at edges, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat, cover, and let steep 15 minutes.
- Whisk egg yolks, sugar, and lemon juice in large bowl until thick and smooth. Slowly whisk warm cream mixture into yolk mixture. Return custard to same saucepan. Stir over medium heat until custard thickens enough to coat spoon and thermometer registers 180°F, about 6 minutes; do not boil. Pour custard into medium bowl. Stir in 1/4 cup limoncello. Chill custard until cold, stirring occasionally, at least 4 hours. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and keep chilled.
- Process custard in ice cream maker according to instructions. Transfer to container; cover and freeze up to 2 days. S coop gelato into glasses. Drizzle with additional limoncello and serve. * An Italian cream cheese; sold at many supermarkets and at Italian markets.
LIMONCELLO
For the perfect summer pick-me-up, make Giada De Laurentiis' Limoncello, or lemon liqueur, at home with her recipe from Everyday Italian on Food Network.
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories beverage
Time P4DT4h40m
Yield 7 cups
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Using a vegetable peeler, remove the peel from the lemons in long strips (reserve the lemons for another use). Using a small sharp knife, trim away the white pith from the lemon peels; discard the pith. Place the lemon peels in a 2-quart pitcher. Pour the vodka over the peels and cover with plastic wrap. Steep the lemon peels in the vodka for 4 days at room temperature.
- Stir the water and sugar in a large saucepan over medium heat until the sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes. Cool completely. Pour the sugar syrup over the vodka mixture. Cover and let stand at room temperature overnight. Strain the limoncello through a mesh strainer. Discard the peels. Transfer the limoncello to bottles. Seal the bottles and refrigerate until cold, at least 4 hours and up to 1 month.
LEMON GELATO
On a recent trip to Italy, I became addicted to gelato. My favorite choice was lemon because Italian lemons have an intense flavor. This recipe brings back memories of our vacation. -Gail Wang, Troy, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 1-1/2 quarts.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small heavy saucepan, heat milk to 175°; stir in sugar until dissolved. Whisk a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks. Return all to the pan, whisking constantly. Add lemon zest. Cook over low heat until mixture is just thick enough to coat a metal spoon and a thermometer reads at least 160°, stirring constantly. Do not allow to boil. , Remove immediately from heat; stir in lemon juice and cream. Place in a bowl. Press plastic wrap onto surface of custard; refrigerate several hours or overnight., Fill cylinder of ice cream freezer two-thirds full; freeze according to the manufacturer's directions. (Refrigerate remaining mixture until ready to freeze.) Transfer ice cream to freezer containers, allowing headspace for expansion. Freeze 2-4 hours or until firm. Repeat with remaining mixture.,
Nutrition Facts : Calories 361 calories, Fat 26g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 213mg cholesterol, Sodium 40mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.
LIMONCELLO
Truly worth the time required to create this distinguished ice cold refreshing drink.
Provided by Michele O'Sullivan
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time P21DT40m
Yield 34
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Zest the lemons, and place zest into a large glass bottle or jar. Pour in vodka. Cover loosely and let infuse for one week at room temperature.
- After one week, combine sugar and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil. Do not stir. Boil for 15 minutes. Allow syrup to cool to room temperature.
- Stir vodka mixture into syrup. Strain into glass bottles, and seal each bottle with a cork. Let mixture age for 2 weeks at room temperature.
- Place bottled liqueur into the freezer. When icy cold, serve in chilled vodka glasses or shot glasses.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.2 calories, Carbohydrate 17.6 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 1.1 mg, Sugar 17.6 g
Tips:
- Use the best lemons you can find. Organic lemons are ideal, as they have a more intense flavor and fewer pesticides.
- Zest the lemons finely. This will help to release the essential oils and give the gelato a more intense flavor.
- Don't boil the lemon zest and juice. This will cook off the alcohol and ruin the flavor of the gelato.
- Chill the gelato base thoroughly before churning. This will help to prevent the gelato from becoming icy.
- Churn the gelato according to the manufacturer's instructions. Over-churning can make the gelato tough.
- Serve the gelato immediately, or store it in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Limoncello gelato is a delicious and refreshing dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make the perfect limoncello gelato at home.
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