Almond Gelato

Aug 26, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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A generous swirl of almond gelato in a small glass cup with a flat gelato spade

Smooth and creamy almond gelato flavored with toasted almonds and real vanilla bean for a rich, nutty taste. Perfectly balanced sweetness with a velvety texture.

Prep 20 min

Cook 15 min

Cooling 3 hr

Total 3 hr 35 min

Servings 8

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Ingredients

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1 ½ cups (360.0 ml)whole milk
½ cup (120.0 ml)heavy cream
⅔ cup (135.0 g)granulated sugar
2.0 tbsp (15.0 g)skim milk powder
⅛ tsp (0.75 g)fine sea salt
1.0vanilla bean, split and scraped
¾ cup (90.0 g)whole almonds, toasted and finely chopped
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)almond syrup (orgeat) or almond extract

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Instructions

Toast the whole almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant and golden. Let cool and finely chop.
Split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds with the back of a knife.
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, skim milk powder, sea salt, vanilla seeds, and pod. Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves and the mixture is hot but not boiling (about 170-175°F/77-79°C).
Remove from heat and discard the vanilla pod. Stir in the toasted chopped almonds and almond syrup or extract.
Cover the mixture and refrigerate until completely chilled, at least 60 minutes.
Once chilled, pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency, about 20-30 minutes.
Transfer gelato to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours to firm up before serving.

Tips

Use whole almonds and toast them yourself to maximize flavor and texture.
Vanilla bean paste or a whole vanilla bean brings a deeper vanilla flavor than extract alone.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make almond gelato?

Plan on 20 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking, plus 3 hours to chill and freeze. The recipe makes about 1 quart (8 servings).

How should I store almond gelato?

Store gelato in an airtight container in the freezer up to 1 week. Let soften 5 minutes at room temperature before scooping.

Can I make almond gelato ahead?

Gelato base can be prepared and chilled up to 2 days in advance for convenience.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped. Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

Smooth and creamy almond gelato flavored with toasted almonds and real vanilla bean for a rich, nutty taste. Perfectly balanced sweetness with a velvety texture.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 8 servings this recipe makes.

220 Calories / serving

12.5g Fat

24.7g Carbs

4.3g Protein

22.8g Sugar

Whole recipe (8 servings): ~1760 cal · 100g fat · 198g carbs · 34g protein · 182g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 220 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

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Walking uphill or incline treadmill 30 min·1.5 mi·~3000 steps
Moderate cycling 22 min·4.4 mi
Swimming laps 31 min
Jogging 22 min·1.8 mi·~3500 steps
Stair climbing 20 min·~1800 steps
Dancing 36 min
Bodyweight circuit training 22 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 51 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.