How to flavour ice cream & gelato
Gather your ingredients and equipment before you begin. Having everything ready will make the recipe easier to follow and help you achieve the best results.
What you'll need
✦ Ice cream or gelato base
✦ Premium flavour concentrate
✦ Mixing bowl or blender
✦ Ice cream machine or gelato maker
Step-by-step guide
Create smooth, consistent frozen desserts by adding Universal Flavours premium concentrates to your ice cream or gelato base before churning.
Prepare your base
Prepare your ice cream, gelato or frozen yoghurt base according to your recipe.
Add flavour
Add ¼–½ teaspoon of Universal Flavours concentrate per 500ml of base, adjusting to suit your desired flavour intensity.
Mix thoroughly
Whisk or blend until the flavour is evenly incorporated into the base before churning.
Churn & freeze
Churn according to your equipment instructions, then harden in the freezer before serving for the best texture.
✦ Avoid oil-based flavours in dairy applications.
✦ Blend gently to retain creamy texture.
✦ Great for both dairy and plant-based bases.
Why use flavour concentrates in ice cream and gelato?
Flavour concentrates make it easy to create rich, authentic flavour in ice cream and gelato. Their concentrated formula delivers consistent results while giving you the flexibility to create everything from timeless classics to seasonal favourites.
