Chocolate-Hazelnut Gelato

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
3%
Chocolate-Hazelnut Gelato
175 min.
8
364kcal

Suggestions

If you’re looking for a dessert that feels indulgent yet refined, Chocolate-Hazelnut Gelato is the perfect treat to master. This Italian-inspired delight combines the rich creaminess of custard with the nutty sweetness of hazelnuts, creating a frozen dessert that’s both luxurious and comforting. With a velvety texture and a flavor profile that balances chocolate and roasted hazelnuts, it’s a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

What makes this recipe especially appealing is its versatility: it’s vegetarian, gluten-free, and designed to serve eight, making it ideal for family gatherings or dinner parties. The preparation may take a little time, but the reward is a gelato that tastes like it came straight from an artisanal gelateria. Each scoop delivers a decadent 364 calories of pure joy, with a satisfying balance of fat, protein, and carbs to keep it indulgent yet balanced.

The finishing touch of crushed toasted hazelnuts adds a delightful crunch, elevating the smooth gelato with texture and flavor. Whether you’re serving it as a finale to a special meal or enjoying it on a warm afternoon, this Chocolate-Hazelnut Gelato is bound to impress. It’s not just dessert—it’s an experience worth savoring, spoonful by spoonful.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup chocolate-hazelnut spread (recommended: Nutella)
  •  egg yolks 
  • 0.5 cup hazelnuts crushed toasted for garnish
  • cup heavy cream 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • cups milk whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • sieve
  • hand mixer
  • wooden spoon
  • ice cream machine

Directions

  1. Watch how to make this recipe.
  2. In a saucepan combine the milk, cream, and 1/2 cup sugar over medium heat. Cook until the sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl whip the egg yolks with the remaining sugar using an electric mixer until the eggs have become thick and pale yellow, about 4 minutes.
  4. Pour 1/2 cup of the warm milk and cream mixture into the egg mixture and stir.
  5. Add this mixture back into the saucepan. Cook over very low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture becomes thick enough to coat the back of a wooden spoon, about 7 to 10 minutes.
  6. Place a strainer over a medium bowl and pour the warm custard mixture through the strainer. Stir in the vanilla and hazelnut spread until it dissolves. Chill mixture completely before pouring into an ice cream maker and follow manufacturer's instructions to freeze. To serve, scoop gelato into serving bowls and top with hazelnuts.

Nutrition Facts

Calories364kcal
Protein6.92%
Fat61.3%
Carbs31.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.05
Glycemic Load
13.02
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
9.5569565840389%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.5mg
Catechin
0.09mg
Epigallocatechin
0.21mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:363.74kcal
18.19%
Fat:25.25g
38.84%
Saturated Fat:14.5g
90.6%
Carbohydrates:29.45g
9.82%
Net Carbohydrates:27.71g
10.08%
Sugar:26.81g
29.79%
Cholesterol:138.14mg
46.05%
Sodium:43.37mg
1.89%
Alcohol:0.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.08%
100%
Protein:6.42g
12.83%
Manganese:0.63mg
31.73%
Vitamin E:2.59mg
17.28%
Phosphorus:164.23mg
16.42%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.56%
Calcium:135.23mg
13.52%
Vitamin A:667.99IU
13.36%
Selenium:8.02µg
11.46%
Copper:0.23mg
11.44%
Vitamin D:1.63µg
10.89%
Vitamin B12:0.6µg
10.05%
Magnesium:34.11mg
8.53%
Iron:1.46mg
8.09%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.01%
Potassium:257.51mg
7.36%
Vitamin B5:0.71mg
7.08%
Fiber:1.74g
6.96%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
6.84%
Folate:25.43µg
6.36%
Zinc:0.91mg
6.08%
Vitamin K:2.62µg
2.49%
Vitamin B3:0.3mg
1.51%