Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Rhubarb Ice Cream


5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 4 hours 50 minutes (includes chilling time)
  • Yield: Approximately 1 quart 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful summer treat, this Rhubarb Ice Cream combines the tartness of rhubarb with the creaminess of a custard base for a refreshing dessert.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups chopped rhubarb
  • 3/4 cup sugar (divided)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Rhubarb: In a saucepan, combine rhubarb, 3/4 cup sugar (divided), and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for 10–15 minutes until soft and jammy. Let cool, then blend until smooth.
  2. Make the custard base: In another saucepan, heat cream and milk until warm (not boiling).
  3. Whisk eggs & sugar: In a bowl, whisk egg yolks with remaining sugar until pale.
  4. Temper the eggs: Slowly pour warm cream into the egg mixture while whisking.
  5. Cook custard: Return to heat and stir until slightly thickened (coats the back of a spoon).
  6. Combine: Remove from heat, stir in vanilla and rhubarb purée.
  7. Chill: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight).
  8. Churn: Churn in an ice cream maker until creamy, then freeze until firm.

Notes

  • For a sweeter taste, adjust the sugar according to preferences.
  • Ensure to cool the rhubarb mixture completely before blending.
  • This ice cream pairs beautifully with fresh strawberries.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 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: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg