Description
Lemon Olive Oil Ice Cream is a refreshing dessert that combines zesty lemon and rich olive oil for a uniquely creamy treat. This delightful homemade ice cream is perfect for summer gatherings or a special occasion, offering an unexpected twist that will impress your guests. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a luxurious dessert that’s not only delicious but also visually stunning.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–5 lemons)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 5 large egg yolks
- 1/2 cup high-quality extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, zest and juice the lemons. Set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream, sugar, and salt. Heat until warm but not boiling.
- Whisk egg yolks in a separate bowl until lightened in color. Gradually add warmed cream to temper the yolks, whisking constantly.
- Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook on low heat until thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 5 minutes).
- Remove from heat, stir in lemon juice, zest, and olive oil until well combined. Chill completely before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.
- Pour mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer instructions until creamy.
- Transfer to an airtight container and freeze until firm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 200mg