Low-Fat Chocolate Sicilian Gelato

Cocoa powder is the secret ingredient behind the denseness of this low-fat, eggless, chocolate Sicilian gelato that uses an ice cream maker.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 12 mins
• Total Time: 27 mins
• Calories: 137 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 pinch salt
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 teaspoons instant espresso powder
• 0.33333334326744 cup white sugar
• 1.75 cups skim milk, divided
• 0.33333334326744 cup high-quality unsweetened cocoa powder

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Whisk 1/4 cup milk and cornstarch together in a small bowl until smooth to make a slurry.

Step 2

Combine the remaining milk, sugar, and cocoa powder in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil while stirring constantly. Add espresso powder and the cornstarch slurry. Bring back to a boil; stir gelato mixture until thickened like pudding, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat; transfer to a metal bowl. Stir in vanilla extract and salt.

Step 3

Fill a large bowl with ice water; set the bowl of gelato mixture inside. Stir frequently until cooled, about 7 minutes. Remove metal bowl from ice bath; cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate until completely chilled, about 20 minutes.

Step 4

Transfer gelato mixture into an ice cream maker; freeze according to manufacturer's instructions, about 20 minutes. Pour gelato into a freezer-safe container; cover and freeze until solid, about 10 minutes.