Description
Honey Lavender Ice Cream is a creamy, floral dessert that combines the soothing aroma of lavender with the natural sweetness of honey, creating a luxurious and refreshing treat perfect for warm days.
Ingredients
- Heavy Cream: 2 cups
- Whole Milk: 1 cup
- Honey: 1/2 cup
- Dried Culinary Lavender: 2 tablespoons
- Egg Yolks: 4 large
- Granulated Sugar: 1/4 cup
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: A pinch
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Freeze your ice cream maker bowl for at least 24 hours before starting.
- Combine Ingredients: In a saucepan, heat milk, cream, honey, and lavender until steaming, then remove from heat and steep for 15 minutes.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: In a bowl, whisk egg yolks and sugar until pale and thick.
- Assemble the Dish: Slowly pour the warm cream into the egg mixture while whisking constantly.
- Cook to Perfection: Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat until it coats the back of a spoon.
- Finishing Touches: Strain the mixture, stir in vanilla and salt, and chill for at least 4 hours.
- Serve and Enjoy: Churn in the ice cream maker, then freeze until firm and scoop to serve.
Notes
- Use high-quality honey for richer flavor.
- Do not over-steep lavender to prevent bitterness.
- Let the custard base chill completely before churning for smooth texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scoop
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: honey lavender ice cream, floral desserts, homemade ice cream, summer desserts, french dessert