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Nectarine Rose Gelato





Prep Time
1 hr 30 mins



Freeze Time
2 hrs 30 mins



Total Time
4 hrs

Rose water brings out the floral quality in nectarines (who knew they’re in the same botanical family?). For the creamiest texture, serve this the same day it’s made.

Nectarine Rose Gelato (0714)




Iain Bagwell
 3 soft-ripe yellow nectarines (1 1/2 lbs. total), pitted and sliced
 2/3 cup sugar, divided
 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
 1 cup whole milk
 1/2 cup buttermilk
 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
  Small pinch kosher salt
 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
 1 teaspoon rose water*
Step 1
1

Coarsely mash nectarines with 1/3 cup sugar in a medium saucepan, using a potato masher. Let stand until very juicy, at least 15 minutes.

Step 2
2

Meanwhile, whisk together remaining 1/3 cup sugar and the cornstarch in another medium saucepan. Add whole milk, buttermilk, cream, salt, and honey; whisk until blended. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring often, then reduce heat and simmer 2 minutes, continuing to stir. Set pan in a bowl of ice water and stir often until cool. Chill until needed.

Step 3
3

Bring nectarines to simmering over medium heat, stirring often, and cook until fruit is almost jammy in consistency, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in rose water. Set pan in a bowl of ice water and stir often until cold.

Step 4
4

Stir cream mixture into fruit mixture. Freeze in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer's instructions. Transfer to an airtight container and freeze until firm enough to scoop, at least 2 1/2 hours.

Step 5
5

*Find with cocktail or baking supplies.

Step 6
6

Make ahead: The milk base (step 2), up to 2 days, chilled.

Nutrition Facts

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Amount per serving
Calories195
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.6g12%

Saturated Fat 5.2g26%
Cholesterol 31mg11%
Sodium 41mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 29g11%

Dietary Fiber 1.2g5%
Protein 2.5g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.