Where does Stracciatella originate from?
Stracciatella is an Italian dish, which includes little pieces of chocolate in creamy ice cream. The name refers to the Italian verb "Stracciare," which means "to shred" — referencing the chocolate shreds in the ice cream.
Stracciatella in Italy
Stracciatella ice cream is inspired by the classic Italian soup Stracciatella Alla Romana, originating from the Lazio region. This dish consists of meat broth with small, shredded pieces, created by mixing eggs, cheese, and other ingredients. It's truly a staple of Italian culinary heritage!
Stracciatella Ice Cream Dish
In 1961, Enrico Panattoni created Stracciatella ice cream in his Bergamo gelateria. Inspired by the famous soup, his technique included pouring melted chocolate into churning vanilla gelato, creating the iconic chocolate streaks that define this dessert.
How to make a Stracciatella Ice Cream Dish
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the custard base by combining heavy cream and milk over medium heat until simmering.
- Whisk egg yolks and sugar until pale and thick, then temper the eggs with the warm cream mixture.
- Cook the custard until it thickens (170°F/75°C), then chill.
- Churn the custard in an ice cream maker and drizzle in the melted chocolate during the final minutes.
- Freeze the mixture until firm and enjoy!
