Getting Started with GelatoLab
GelatoLab was built to help gelato makers create better recipes using professional formulation tools in an approachable, intuitive way.
Whether you're a hobbyist making gelato at home or operating a commercial kitchen, GelatoLab gives you the tools to formulate, scale, organize, and improve your recipes with confidence.
GelatoLab is optimized for desktop and laptop use for the best overall formulation and workflow experience, especially when building and editing recipes. That being said, GelatoLab is fully compatible with iPad, tablet, and mobile devices as well. For easier access on mobile, you can create a home screen shortcut on your iPhone or iPad to use GelatoLab like an app experience directly from your device.
Your Recipe Library
All recipes you create are private by default.
If you choose to create a public profile, you can publish selected recipes to the GelatoLab community where other users can discover, save, and learn from them.
You can also browse public recipes created by other chefs and organizations through the Community tab or directly through recipe filters.
Many users begin with a foundational Fior di Latte base and build flavors from there — a common workflow in professional gelato production.
Recipe Creation & Balance Metrics
GelatoLab allows you to build recipes from scratch while viewing real-time:
- Balance metrics
- Ingredient contributions
- POD/PAC values
- Dosage guidance
- Composition data
As ingredients are added, metrics update automatically to help guide recipe development.
When creating recipes, make sure to select the correct category:
- Milk-Based Gelato
- Fruit Sorbet
- Vegan
- Nut-Based
- Chocolate
- And more
Choosing the proper category ensures balance metrics align correctly.
Scaling & Batching
Recipes can be scaled instantly for any production size. You can:
- Batch recipes for your machine size
- Scale around a pinned ingredient
- Adjust recipes based on available ingredient quantities
- Save scaled versions as new recipes
Example
If you only have a limited amount of pistachio paste available, simply pin that ingredient, enter the quantity you have, and GelatoLab will automatically scale the recipe accordingly.
Custom Ingredients
If an ingredient is not yet in the GelatoLab database, you can:
- Create custom ingredients
- Request ingredients through the ingredient request form
Custom ingredients scale alongside system ingredients but cannot contribute to balance calculations.
Organization & Workflow Tools
GelatoLab includes tools designed for both individual creators and commercial kitchens:
- Recipe folders
- Tags
- Favorites
- Search tools
- Recipe duplication
- Recipe history and restore
- Journaling and production logs
- Cost analysis per cup or container size
Recipes can also be:
- Shared with non-GelatoLab users
- Exported as PDFs
- Printed for production use
Maker Mode & Production Guidance
Each recipe includes:
- Notes
- Steps
- Tips
- Start Making mode for production guidance
Ingredients can also be reordered through drag-and-drop functionality for easier workflow organization.
Community & Expert Support
GelatoLab is built around both education and community. You can:
- Follow organizations and creators
- Explore public recipes
- Share your own creations
- Request expert recipe reviews directly through the platform
We're Just Getting Started
New features, recipes, and improvements are continuously being added as GelatoLab grows.
Thank you for being part of the GelatoLab community and helping us build a better platform for gelato makers around the world.
Video walkthrough coming soon
We're working on a short video walkthrough that will live on this page. In the meantime, the steps above and the downloadable PDF cover everything you need to get rolling.
Questions or feedback? Reach out anytime at hello@getgelatolab.com