Lemon Zest Chill Ice Cream

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 Here's a refreshing recipe for Lemon Zest Chill Ice Cream, perfect for a bright, citrusy treat!




Ingredients:

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • 1 cup whole milk

  • ¾ cup sugar

  • 4 large egg yolks

  • Zest of 2 lemons

  • ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • Pinch of salt

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the lemon mixture

  1. Zest the lemons: Grate the zest of two lemons and set it aside.

  2. Juice the lemons: Squeeze the lemons to get about ½ cup of fresh lemon juice. Strain out any seeds and pulp.

Step 2: Make the ice cream base

  1. Heat the cream and milk: In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, and half of the sugar (about ⅜ cup). Stir over medium heat until the mixture is hot but not boiling.

  2. Whisk the Egg Yolks: In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks and the remaining sugar until they turn pale and smooth.

  3. Temper the eggs. Gradually add some hot cream to the yolks, whisking constantly to prevent scrambling. Continue adding until about half of the cream is mixed into the yolks.

  4. Thicken the Custard: Pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan with the rest of the cream. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly. Don't boil it. The mixture is done when it thickens and coats the back of a spoon.

  5. Add lemon zest and vanilla: Once thickened, remove from heat. Stir in the lemon zest, vanilla, and a pinch of salt.

Step 3: Combine with lemon juice

  1. Cool the Custard: Let the custard cool to room temperature. Then, strain it to remove the lemon zest for a smoother texture.

  2. Add the lemon juice: Stir in the freshly squeezed lemon juice. The custard might thicken slightly due to the acidity.

Step 4: Chill and Churn

  1. Chill the Mixture: Cover the custard with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to chill it fully.

  2. Churn the Ice Cream: Pour the chilled custard into your ice cream maker. Churn it according to the manufacturer's instructions, usually about 20-30 minutes.

Step 5: Freeze and serve

  1. Freeze: After churning to a soft-serve, transfer the ice cream to an airtight container. Freeze for 4-6 hours, until firm.

  2. Serve: Scoop your Lemon Zest Chill Ice Cream. Enjoy its tangy, citrus flavors!

Lemon Zest Chill ice cream is a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and creamy. It's ideal for hot days or when you want a refreshing treat!

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