Chocolate Gelato Recipe – Guilt-Free Indulgence for the Gut & Soul
If you're living gluten-free, dairy-free, or refined sugar-free like I am, you’ll absolutely fall for this homemade chocolate gelato recipe. It’s rich, velvety, and packed with nourishing ingredients, making it the perfect treat when you’re craving something indulgent but still want to treat your body right.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 Avocados ripe, medium-sized
- 1 Banana ripe
- 4 tbsp Raw cacao powder unsweetened
- 400 ml Coconut cream
- 100 ml Coconut milk full-fat, canned
- 3 tbsp Maple syrup
- 1 tsp Vanilla bean paste
- 1 pinch Salt sea or pink
Optional
- 1 tbsp Almond butter
- 1 tbsp brewed espresso
Instructions
- Start by scooping the thick part of the chilled coconut cream into a large mixing bowl. Use an electric hand whisk or stand mixer to whip it until fluffy and light (2–3 minutes)
- Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender or food processor and blend until smooth and mousse-like.
- Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness or cacao levels as needed.
- Pour into a shallow freezer-safe container and freeze for 3–4 hours. Stir every 30–45 minutes during the first 2 hours.
- Let thaw for 10 minutes before scooping and serving.
Notes
This recipe is made for no-churn! Simply blend the ingredients, pour into a shallow freezer-safe dish, and stir every 30–45 minutes for the first few hours. This keeps it scoopable and creamy without any special equipment.
If you want to lighten it up slightly without sacrificing creaminess, mix mostly coconut cream with a splash of full-fat coconut milk or plant milk (like cashew or almond). That way, you strike the perfect balance—rich but not too heavy.
Toppings:
- Cacao nibs
- Chopped hazelnuts
- A drizzle of nut butter
Tips & Variations:
- Swap a banana for 3 soaked Medjool dates for a richer caramel note.
- Add a sprinkle of cinnamon or a pinch of cayenne pepper for a Mexican-style twist.
- More Chocolate – just add choco chips or crushed chocolate – this is my favourite – Menier Swiss Dark Cooking Chocolate
- Nut-free? Just skip the almond butter – it’s still just as delicious!
YourDani x x
Nutrition
Serving: 100gCalories: 160kcal
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