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Honey Lavender Ice Cream

Delightful Honey Lavender Ice Cream You Can Make at Home

Indulge in the soothing flavors of homemade Honey Lavender Ice Cream, a unique dessert perfect for warm nights.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 scoops
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Ice Cream Base
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ¾ cup honey or agave nectar for vegan
  • 2 tablespoons dried lavender or 2-3 tablespoons fresh lavender
  • 5 large egg yolks or plant-based alternative for vegan
  • ¾ cup sugar adjust to taste
Optional Mix-ins
  • fruit purees like raspberry or mango
  • crushed cookies your favorite cookies
  • coconut milk for a dairy-free option

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • fine-mesh sieve
  • ice cream maker

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, milk, honey, and dried lavender. Warm over medium heat until steam rises and small bubbles form, about 5–7 minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks and sugar until pale and slightly thickened, about 2–3 minutes.
  3. Gradually whisk about a cup of the hot cream mixture into the egg mixture to temper the eggs, then return to the saucepan over low heat.
  4. Cook the mixture over low heat, stirring constantly until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 8–10 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and strain the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl. Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  6. Pour the chilled custard into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions, about 20–25 minutes.
  7. Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4–6 hours until firm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1scoopCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 24gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 120mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For the best texture, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes before serving. Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks.

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