Differences between Gelato and Ice Cream

It is very common throughout the world for the word gelato to be translated into English and other languages as Ice Cream or its local equivalent. However, it must be noted that there are significant differences between Gelato and Ice Cream.

Italian gelato contains less fat than ice cream, has less incorporated air, and is served at a higher temperature. Consequently, gelato provides a greater flavor experience because there is less fat that coats the tongue, more flavor per spoonful (due to less air), and the taste buds are more alive since the temperature is not so cold as to dull their sensitivity. Not to mention fewer calories to burn!
Ice cream is made in large industrial batches, uses ingredients designed for lengthy storage, has limited flavors, and is stocked for sale in supermarkets. Authentic Italian gelato, on the other hand, is produced fresh practically every day in relatively small quantities, is sold directly to the public, and is available in a large number of flavors - usually based on fresh ingredients that make the gelato creamy and colorful. It is therefore correct to maintain a clear distinction between the two products, even linguistically.


The process in which gelato is made varies on the ingredients used as it can be made using a hot process, which includes pasteurization or as a cold process which doesn't require pasteurization. Both processes require a gelato batch freezer, which makes the end product by mixing the ingredients and incorporating air. Like high-end ice cream, gelato generally has less than 55% air, resulting in a denser and more flavorful product.
During freezing, the mix is submitted to a source of intense cold and is stirred at the sam time. The simultaneous action of cold and shaking determines the incorporation of air into the mix which becomes firmer and firmer, therefore not allowing the air to escape. The piece of equipment that performs this job is called the batch freezer. A batch freezer is constituted of a refrigerating device that chills the cylinder determines

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