Wild Blueberry Gelato

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Wild Blueberry Gelato
45 min.
6
221kcal

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Indulge in the delightful taste of Wild Blueberry Gelato, a refreshing and vibrant dessert that perfectly captures the essence of summer. This vegetarian and gluten-free treat is not only a feast for the eyes but also a guilt-free way to satisfy your sweet cravings. With just 45 minutes of preparation time, you can whip up a batch that serves six, making it the ideal choice for gatherings, celebrations, or a simple evening treat.

Imagine the deep, luscious flavor of wild blueberries combined with the creaminess of reduced-fat milk — a match made in dessert heaven! The naturally occurring sweetness of the blueberries is complemented by a touch of blueberry jam, while the bright notes of fresh lemon juice add just the right amount of zing to each spoonful. Each serving contains a reasonable 221 calories, proving that you don't have to sacrifice indulgence for health.

The process of making gelato is not only rewarding but also a wonderful way to engage with the culinary arts. From blending the blueberries to creating a custard-like base infused with the richness of egg yolks, every step is a labor of love. Once your mixture is chilled, simply pour it into an ice cream maker and get ready to serve up smiles with every scoop. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this exquisite Wild Blueberry Gelato, and experience the joy that comes from making and sharing artisanal desserts at home.

Ingredients

  • cups blueberries fresh
  • 0.3 cup blueberry jam 
  • large egg yolks 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • cups milk 2% reduced-fat
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.7 cup sugar 
  • 0.3 cup water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • blender

Directions

  1. Combine the first 4 ingredients in a medium saucepan, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium; cook for 10 minutes.
  2. Place mixture in a blender; process until smooth.
  3. Beat the sugar and the egg yolks in a large bowl with a whisk until thick and pale (about 5 minutes).
  4. Heat the milk over medium-high heat in a small, heavy saucepan to 180 or until tiny bubbles form around edge of pan, stirring frequently (do not boil).
  5. Add one-third hot milk mixture to sugar mixture, stirring with a whisk. Gradually add to remaining hot milk mixture, stirring constantly with a whisk. Cook over medium-low heat until mixture coats back of a spoon (about 4 minutes).
  6. Remove from heat. Stir in blueberry mixture, and cool completely. Stir in juice.
  7. Pour mixture into the freezer can of an ice-cream freezer; freeze according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Nutrition Facts

Calories221kcal
Protein7.69%
Fat16.05%
Carbs76.26%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.52
Glycemic Load
23.18
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
6.1473912778108%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
4.17mg
Petunidin
15.55mg
Delphinidin
17.48mg
Malvidin
33.34mg
Peonidin
10.01mg
Catechin
2.61mg
Epigallocatechin
0.33mg
Epicatechin
0.31mg
Eriodictyol
0.24mg
Hesperetin
0.72mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Luteolin
0.1mg
Kaempferol
0.82mg
Myricetin
0.64mg
Quercetin
3.8mg
Gallocatechin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:220.86kcal
11.04%
Fat:4.07g
6.26%
Saturated Fat:1.82g
11.36%
Carbohydrates:43.47g
14.49%
Net Carbohydrates:42.12g
15.32%
Sugar:38.12g
42.35%
Cholesterol:98.09mg
32.7%
Sodium:143.74mg
6.25%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.38g
8.76%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.32%
Phosphorus:114.54mg
11.45%
Calcium:112.04mg
11.2%
Selenium:7.2µg
10.28%
Vitamin C:8.12mg
9.85%
Vitamin B12:0.58µg
9.71%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.44%
Vitamin K:9.74µg
9.27%
Vitamin B5:0.6mg
6.05%
Folate:21.86µg
5.47%
Fiber:1.35g
5.42%
Potassium:173.91mg
4.97%
Vitamin A:229.75IU
4.59%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.52%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.49%
Zinc:0.67mg
4.44%
Vitamin E:0.55mg
3.66%
Magnesium:13.01mg
3.25%
Vitamin D:0.46µg
3.06%
Copper:0.06mg
2.88%
Iron:0.47mg
2.62%
Vitamin B3:0.29mg
1.45%
Source:My Recipes