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Lemon Ice Cream

A refreshing and creamy lemon ice cream perfect for hot days.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup fresh lemon juice about 2-3 lemons
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest freshly grated
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Method
 

Prepare the Mixture
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, and granulated sugar until the sugar is dissolved.
  2. Stir in the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
Chill the Mixture
  1. Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until thoroughly chilled.
Churn the Ice Cream
  1. Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
Freeze the Ice Cream
  1. Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours to firm up.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For a creamier texture, allow the ice cream to sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.

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