Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Honey Lavender Ice Cream, a sophisticated dessert that beautifully combines the sweetness of honey with the delicate floral notes of lavender. This creamy frozen treat is perfect for summer gatherings, elegant dinner parties, or a quiet night in. With its enchanting aroma and rich texture, each scoop promises to impress, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. Discover how easy it is to create this gourmet delight at home and elevate your dessert game!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender
- 5 large egg yolks
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, honey, and dried lavender. Heat until simmering, then steep for 15 minutes.
- Whisk egg yolks in a mixing bowl. Gradually mix in some warm cream to temper yolks before adding back to the saucepan.
- Cook over low heat while stirring until thickened (5-7 minutes). Do not boil.
- Strain mixture into a bowl to remove lavender buds and stir in vanilla extract. Cool before refrigerating for 4 hours or overnight.
- Pour chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer’s instructions (20-25 minutes).
- Transfer to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours until firm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (125g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 90mg