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Lemon Ice Cream

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

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream
  • 1 cup Whole Milk
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Lemon Juice About 2-3 lemons
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Zest Finely grated
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 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. Add the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix well until combined.
Chill the Mixture
  1. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap 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 churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours to firm up.
Serve
  1. Scoop the lemon ice cream into bowls and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

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

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