Coffee Gelato With Orange Zest

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0

Coffee Gelato with Orange Zest Recipe

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

2 hours 30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

201

Sugar

17g

Fat

Coffee Gelato with Orange Zest is a classic frozen dessert that originated in Italy. It is a perfect dessert for coffee lovers who want to enjoy their favorite drink in a different form. Coffee Gelato with Orange zest is a creamy and refreshing treat that is perfect for hot summer days or as an after-dinner dessert. The hint of orange zest in this recipe balances the subtle bitterness of the espresso, giving it a unique taste that you won't find in normal ice creams.

Instructions

1.	Heat milk in a saucepan over medium heat and bring it to a simmer.
2.	In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks and sugar until it becomes creamy and light in color.
3.	Add espresso and ground coffee to the milk, mix well.
4.	Add egg-sugar mixture to the milk and stir continuously until it coats the back of a spoon.
5.	Strain the mixture through a fine sieve to remove any lumps.
6.	Mix in the orange zest.
7.	Let the mixture cool down to room temperature.
8.	Pour cooled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn it according to the manufacturer's instructions.
9.	Transfer the gelato into an airtight container and put it in the freezer for two hours or overnight.

PROS

Coffee Gelato with Orange Zest is a delicious frozen dessert that has a perfect balance of bitterness and sweetness.

It is low in calories compared to other sugar-loaded desserts.

The orange zest adds a zing of citrus that balances the bitterness of espresso.

CONS

Coffee Gelato with Orange Zest is high in caffeine which can lead to sleeplessness for people who are sensitive to caffeine.

It contains sugar that can spike blood sugar levels for people who have diabetes.

It is not safe for pregnant women to consume high amounts of caffeine.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Coffee has been associated with numerous health benefits including boosting mental alertness, reducing the risk of liver diseases and type 2 diabetes, and improving physical performance.
Orange zest is rich in vitamin C that enhances the immune system, and flavonoids that offer antioxidant properties that reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

	2 cups whole milk
	4 egg yolks
	1/3 cup sugar
	4 ounces espresso
	1 tablespoon ground espresso beans
	1/2 tablespoon orange zest