Creamy Lemonade Ice Cream – The Delish Recipe

The sweet taste of summer! This Creamy Lemonade Ice Cream is a refreshing twist on a classic summertime drink. With the brightness of freshly squeezed lemon juice and the warmth of vanilla, this creamy treat is sure to become your new favorite dessert.

Ready Time

3 hrs 30 mins

Yields

8 servings

Ingredients

Heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, kosher salt, freshly squeezed lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract

Instructions

Combine 2 cups of heavy cream, 1 cup of whole milk, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, and a pinch of kosher salt in a medium saucepan.

Whisk the mixture over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is hot but not boiling.

Remove the mixture from the heat and let it cool to room temperature.

Cover the mixture and refrigerate it for at least 2 hours or overnight.

Once the mixture is chilled, stir in 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of grated lemon zest, and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.

Cover the mixture and refrigerate it for another 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Once the ice cream is churned, transfer it to an airtight container and place it in the freezer to harden for at least 2 hours.

Once the ice cream is hardened, scoop it into cones or bowls and serve immediately.

You should get about 8 servings.

Notes

For a creamier ice cream, make sure to age the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight, this will allow the flavors to meld together beautifully.

If you don’t have an ice cream maker, you can also place the mixture in a 9×13 inch baking dish and freeze it for about 2-3 hours, stirring every 30 minutes until the desired consistency is reached.

Be patient when churning the ice cream, as it may take some time to get the desired consistency.

Fresh lemon juice is a must in this recipe, don’t even think about using bottled lemon juice! Also, make sure to zest the lemon just before adding it to the mixture, the flavor and aroma will be so much better.