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What is the Difference Between Gelato & Ice Cream?

July 3, 2024
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One of the most important differences between gelato and ice cream is the way they get their flavor. From the classics to the more creative, there are tons of options out there for both sweet treats, but you might have already noticed that they aren’t quite the same. Gelato is a type of Italian ice cream, and it has some key differences from regular ice cream. Let’s take a look.

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#1 Fat Content

Gelato contains less fat than regular ice cream. While regular ice cream has a lot of cream, gelato has more milk and less cream.

#2 Air Content

Gelato contains less air than regular ice cream. Its production process involves less intense churning, resulting in a denser and creamier texture.

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#3 Serving Temperature

Gelato is served at a slightly higher temperature than regular ice cream, which makes it softer and melts more easily in the mouth. Since the gelato is less frozen, the flavors are also felt more intensely.

#4 Flavors

Gelato tends to have stronger and more precise flavors, thanks to the use of high-quality ingredients. This allows the flavors to come through more intensely, too.
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#5 Texture

Due to the lower fat and air content, gelato has a very smooth texture and melts perfectly in the mouth.

So, what is the difference between gelato and ice cream? Gelato is essentially a type of ice cream with a unique preparation method that results in a different taste and texture experience.

Real Flavor, Real Gelato at Anita

Next time you visit your favorite gelato shop, you’ll know exactly how to navigate your flavor choices. Of course, when you’re looking for a frozen sweet treat, there’s no better place to go than your local gelateria. We have a rotating list of 150 flavors with tons of toppings to choose from. All our offerings are made in-house and created with the best ingredients. So come and get yours – only at Anita’s!

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