Chocolate Walnut Gelato

From: Walnut Marketing Board

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Serves 8

Perfect for any summer party, this light dessert will leave you feeling both refreshed and satisfied. The not-too-sweet chocolate flavor with a hint of orange zest and crunch of California Walnuts is a frozen treat that is sure to be a favorite for grown-up tastes.

Ingredients

3 cups water

½ cup granulated sugar

¼ cup Dutch processed, unsweetened cocoa powder

3 ounce bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped

1 tablespoon orange zest

1 cup California walnuts, finely chopped, toasted

Directions

In medium saucepan over medium heat, bring water, sugar and cocoa powder to a boil, whisking constantly. Reduce heat and simmer until sugar is completely dissolved and cocoa is well blended, about 1 minute.
Remove from heat and stir in chocolate until melted. Let cool completely.
Stir in orange zest and walnuts.
Cover and refrigerate until completely cold, about 4 hours.
Spoon chilled chocolate into shallow metal pan; freeze until almost firm, about 3 hours.
Break into chunks; purée in food processor. Pack into airtight container and freeze until firm, about 1 hour.
Alternatively, transfer chilled mixture to ice cream maker and prepare according to manufacturer’s instructions.

California Walnut Commission in Canada