Here’s a simple recipe for refreshing lemon ice cream that you can make at home:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4-5 lemons)
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- A pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Make the Lemon Syrup:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar has completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature.
- Prepare the Lemon Mixture:
- Once the syrup has cooled, add the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest. Stir well to combine.
- Mix with Cream and Milk:
- In a large bowl, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, and a pinch of salt. Add the lemon syrup mixture and stir until well combined.
- Chill the Mixture:
- Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight. This allows the flavors to meld and the mixture to get thoroughly chilled.
- Churn the Ice Cream:
- Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches the consistency of soft serve ice cream.
- Freeze the Ice Cream:
- Transfer the churned ice cream to a lidded container and freeze for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
- Serve:
- Scoop the lemon ice cream into bowls or cones, and enjoy!
Tips:
- For an extra tangy flavor, you can increase the amount of lemon zest.
- If you don’t have an ice cream maker, you can pour the mixture into a shallow dish and freeze it, stirring every 30 minutes until it reaches the desired consistency.
Enjoy your homemade refreshing lemon ice cream!
