Honey Lavender Ice Cream Recipe

Introduction

Indulge in the delicate flavors of honey and lavender with this homemade ice cream recipe. Creamy and fragrant, it’s a refreshing treat perfect for warm days or whenever you want a unique dessert.

Ingredients

• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 4 egg yolks
• 3/4 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Step 1: Add all ingredients to a small saucepan.
2. Step 2: On low heat, stir consistently and let the mixture slowly simmer for twenty minutes.
3. Step 3: If desired, strain the mixture into a heatproof container to remove the lavender flowers. Leaving them in is also fine if you prefer more texture and stronger lavender flavor.
4. Step 4: Let the mixture cool for at least two hours in the refrigerator.
5. Step 5: Stir the cooled custard, then pour it into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions (about twenty minutes). The ice cream should double in volume and have a soft, solid texture when done.
6. Step 6: Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least three hours before serving to firm up.

Tips & Variations

• Use culinary-grade dried lavender to avoid any bitterness and ensure safety for eating.
• For a stronger lavender scent, let the flowers steep longer before straining the mixture.
• Substitute honey with maple syrup for a different but equally delicious sweetness.
• If you don’t have an ice cream maker, freeze the mixture in a container and stir every 30 minutes until smooth and firm.

Storage

Store the ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer for up to two weeks. To soften before serving, let it sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes or scoop and warm slightly with a spoon.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh lavender instead of dried?

Fresh lavender can be used but it is less concentrated. Use about twice the amount and be sure to finely chop the flowers. Keep an eye on flavor as it can become overpowering.

Is it necessary to chill the mixture before churning?

Yes, chilling the custard for at least two hours helps create a smoother texture and allows the flavors to meld before churning.

Honey Lavender Ice Cream Recipe

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This Honey Lavender Ice Cream recipe creates a creamy, floral delight blending the natural sweetness of honey with the delicate aroma of dried lavender. Perfect for a refreshing homemade treat, this ice cream uses a custard base enriched with egg yolks, cream, and milk, slowly simmered to infuse flavors before being churned to a smooth, soft-serve texture and then frozen to a perfect scoopable consistency.

• Author: Clara
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 5 hours 30 minutes
• Yield: 6 servings 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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Cream Base

• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 4 egg yolks
• 3/4 cup honey
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Flavoring

• 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender

Instructions

1. Combine Ingredients: Add the heavy cream, whole milk, egg yolks, honey, dried lavender, sea salt, and vanilla extract into a small saucepan.
2. Simmer Mixture: Place the saucepan on low heat and stir consistently. Slowly simmer the mixture for twenty minutes to infuse the lavender flavor and gently cook the custard without curdling.
3. Strain (Optional): If you prefer a smooth texture without lavender flowers, sieve the mixture into a heatproof container. Leaving the flowers in is also acceptable based on personal preference.
4. Cool the Custard: Allow the mixture to cool completely by refrigerating for at least two hours, ensuring it is cold before churning.
5. Churn Ice Cream: Stir the chilled custard, then pour it into your ice cream maker. Churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions, typically around twenty minutes, until the ice cream roughly doubles in volume and achieves a solid but soft consistency.
6. Freeze Before Serving: Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight, sealable container and freeze for at least three hours to firm up before serving.

Notes

• Use culinary lavender specifically to avoid bitterness and ensure food safety.
• You can adjust the amount of honey depending on your preferred sweetness level.
• Leaving lavender flowers in gives a rustic look and stronger flavor but may affect texture.
• Ice cream makers vary, so churning times might differ; look for soft-serve consistency before stopping.
• Make sure to cool the custard thoroughly before churning to achieve the best texture.

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