Mocha Chip Gelato

Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Mocha Chip Gelato
45 min.
4
188kcal

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Indulge your senses with a delightful treat that promises the perfect harmony of rich coffee and luscious chocolate—our Mocha Chip Gelato! This gluten-free dessert is the ideal way to cool down on a warm day or to satisfy a sweet craving any time of year. With its creamy texture and deep, complex flavors, this gelato elevates the classic coffee and chocolate combination to a whole new level.

Preparation takes just 45 minutes, making it an accessible option for both seasoned chefs and novice cooks alike. With only a handful of ingredients, including fine bittersweet chocolate and instant coffee granules, this recipe ensures a satisfying experience without overwhelming your kitchen. Plus, the addition of toasted, sliced almonds provides a delightful crunch and an extra layer of flavor that perfectly complements the smooth gelato.

Not only is this Mocha Chip Gelato a treat for your taste buds, but it's also crafted with care, containing a balanced caloric profile of under 200 calories per serving. So, whether you're hosting an intimate dinner or simply wishing to pamper yourself, this gelato will impress your guests and leave you craving more.

Join us in creating a show-stopping dessert that balances rich, chocolatey goodness with invigorating coffee notes—it's time to treat yourself with a scoop of happiness!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon almonds cooled toasted sliced
  • oz fine-quality bittersweet chocolate finely chopped
  • tablespoons cornstarch 
  • tablespoon coffee granules 
  • 1.8 cups milk 1%
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • teaspoons cocoa powder unsweetened
  • teaspoon vanilla 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Stir together 1/4 cup milk and cornstarch.
  2. Whisk together sugar, cocoa, and remaining 1 1/2 cups milk in a small heavy saucepan and bring to a boil over moderate heat, stirring.
  3. Whisk in coffee granules. Stir cornstarch mixture again and whisk into coffee mixture. Return to a boil, whisking, then remove from heat.
  4. Add vanilla, a pinch of salt, and half of chocolate to saucepan, stirring.
  5. Set saucepan in a large bowl of ice water to cool, whisking frequently.
  6. Freeze chocolate mixture in ice-cream maker. When nearly frozen, add remaining chocolate and churn until blended.
  7. Serve gelato sprinkled with almonds.

Nutrition Facts

Calories188kcal
Protein9.96%
Fat24.11%
Carbs65.93%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.02
Glycemic Load
11.66
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
5.9052173339802%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.06mg
Catechin
0.36mg
Epigallocatechin
0.06mg
Epicatechin
1mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:187.75kcal
9.39%
Fat:5.07g
7.81%
Saturated Fat:2.29g
14.29%
Carbohydrates:31.22g
10.41%
Net Carbohydrates:30.12g
10.95%
Sugar:24.6g
27.33%
Cholesterol:5.59mg
1.86%
Sodium:42.19mg
1.83%
Alcohol:0.34g
100%
Alcohol %:0.32%
100%
Caffeine:46.5mg
15.5%
Protein:4.72g
9.43%
Phosphorus:144.84mg
14.48%
Calcium:143.97mg
14.4%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.75%
Vitamin B12:0.64µg
10.71%
Manganese:0.2mg
9.99%
Magnesium:38.44mg
9.61%
Potassium:276.46mg
7.9%
Vitamin D:1.14µg
7.57%
Copper:0.14mg
6.99%
Zinc:0.75mg
5.02%
Selenium:3.31µg
4.72%
Vitamin E:0.7mg
4.69%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.46%
Fiber:1.1g
4.4%
Vitamin A:205.94IU
4.12%
Vitamin B5:0.41mg
4.09%
Iron:0.69mg
3.85%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.45%
Vitamin B3:0.63mg
3.17%
Source:Epicurious