Homemade Vanilla Gelato
Craving Italian gelato at home? This easy gelato recipe is ultra-smooth, rich, and packed with real vanilla flavor — and the best part? It’s a homemade gelato without machine! That’s right, this no-churn ice cream gives you creamy vanilla gelato in your own kitchen with just a few simple ingredients and zero fuss. A must-save for gelato lovers!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Freeze Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: About 1 quart (serves 6–8)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Churn
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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2 cups heavy cream, chilled
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1 cup whole milk
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3/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
Instructions
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together milk, sweetened condensed milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until the sugar is fully dissolved.
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In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks using a hand mixer.
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Gently fold the whipped cream into the vanilla mixture until smooth and well combined.
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Pour into a freezer-safe container, smooth the top, and cover with plastic wrap or a lid.
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Freeze for at least 6 hours, or until firm and scoopable.
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Scoop, serve, and enjoy your homemade gelato without machine!
Notes
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Add mix-ins like chocolate chunks, crushed cookies, or fruit swirls before freezing.
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Store in an airtight container to prevent ice crystals.
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Let it sit for 5–10 minutes before scooping for best texture.
Find it online: https://yumfoodusa.com/homemade-vanilla-gelato/