Description
A delightful and creamy ice cream infused with the floral notes of lavender and the sweetness of honey.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup honey (preferably mild and floral)
- 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: A few drops of natural purple coloring or a tiny pinch of butterfly pea powder (for color)
- Extra lavender buds for garnish
Instructions
- Infuse the Milk: In a medium saucepan, combine milk, cream, and lavender. Heat over medium-low until it just starts to steam (do not boil). Remove from heat, cover, and let steep for 15–20 minutes.
- Strain & Reheat: Strain out the lavender using a fine mesh sieve. Return the infused mixture to the pan and warm it gently.
- Make the Custard: In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks and honey until pale and smooth. Slowly pour in some of the warm milk mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
- Cook Until Thick: Pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the custard thickens and coats the back of a spoon (170–175°F). Do not let it boil.
- Finish the Base: Remove from heat, stir in vanilla and a pinch of salt. Strain again if needed. Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Churn the Ice Cream: Pour the chilled base into your ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer instructions (usually 20–25 minutes).
- Freeze to Set: Transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze for 2–4 hours until scoopable.
- Serve and Swoon: Garnish with a sprinkle of lavender buds or a drizzle of extra honey for that elegant finish.
Notes
- Ensure the lavender used is culinary grade for safety.
- Adjust the amount of honey based on your sweetness preference.
- For a more vibrant color, consider using natural coloring options.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 150mg