Honey Lavender Ice Cream
This creamy and fragrant Honey Lavender Ice Cream is the perfect balance of sweet and floral flavors, crafted with honey, fresh lavender, and rich cream. A delightful homemade treat that will elevate your dessert game and offer a refreshing taste of summer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 4-5 hours (including chilling and freezing)
- Yield: Approximately 1 quart (4 servings)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churned, no-bake
- Cuisine: American, Frozen Dessert
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup honey (preferably local or floral variety)
- 1 tablespoon dried lavender buds (food-grade)
- 5 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Infuse the Cream: In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream, whole milk, and lavender buds over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the mixture is steaming, but not boiling. Once hot, remove from heat and let the lavender steep for 10-15 minutes. Strain out the lavender buds and return the infused cream mixture to the pan.
- Make the Custard Base: In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, honey, and a pinch of salt until well combined. Gradually pour the warm cream mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to prevent curdling.
- Cook the Custard: Pour the egg and cream mixture back into the saucepan and cook over low to medium heat, stirring constantly until the custard thickens and coats the back of a spoon. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Chill the Base: Once the custard is thickened, remove it from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let the mixture cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
- Churn the Ice Cream: Once the custard has chilled, pour it into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Once churned, transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
- Serve: Once fully frozen, scoop the ice cream and serve as a refreshing treat.
Notes
- The longer you steep the lavender in the cream, the more intense the flavor. If you prefer a more subtle flavor, steep for a shorter period.
- For a smoother texture, ensure your ice cream base is fully chilled before churning.
- If you want a more honey-forward taste, adjust the honey to your personal liking.
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