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Stracciatella Ice Cream taste testing

Stracciatella Ice Cream: Why This Simple Flavor Stands Out

A creamy Italian classic, Stracciatella Ice Cream features delicate flakes of chocolate swirled into a smooth vanilla gelato base. Simple, elegant, and absolutely irresistible.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 oz dark chocolate (melted)

Instructions

  1. Heat the milk and cream in a saucepan over low heat until warm, but do not boil.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks and sugar until pale and creamy.
  3. Slowly pour the warm milk mixture into the eggs while whisking constantly.
  4. Return the mixture to the heat and cook until slightly thickened.
  5. Strain the mixture and let it chill completely in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
  6. Churn in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions, or stir every 30 minutes if freezing without a machine.
  7. Melt the dark chocolate and let it cool slightly.
  8. Drizzle the melted chocolate into the churning ice cream, stirring as it hardens and shatters into delicate flakes.
  9. Freeze for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

For the best texture, use high-quality dark chocolate and ensure the ice cream base is fully chilled before churning.

  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Churning
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 scoop
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 30mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: Stracciatella, ice cream, gelato, Italian dessert, chocolate flakes