Artisanal ice cream is taking the dessert world by storm, blending creativity, craftsmanship, and high-quality ingredients into indulgent frozen treats. Unique flavors like basil lime, lavender honey, and the daring blue cheese pear are redefining what it means to enjoy ice cream, offering both a culinary adventure and an artistic experience.
Homemade Ice Cream
Prep Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Freeze Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- ¾ cup honey preferably local
- 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender
- 5 large egg yolks
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
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Infuse the Cream: In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, milk, and lavender. Heat gently until it begins to steam (don’t boil), then let it steep for 30 minutes. Strain out the lavender.
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Prepare the Custard: In a bowl, whisk egg yolks and honey until smooth. Slowly add the warm lavender-infused cream while whisking continuously.
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Cook the Custard: Return the mixture to the saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
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Chill and Churn: Strain the custard into a bowl, cover, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours. Once chilled, churn in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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Freeze: Transfer to an airtight container and freeze for 2–4 hours for a firmer texture.
