Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, half-and-half, and honey. Heat over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the mixture is just warm, but not boiling.
- While the cream mixture heats, whisk together your egg yolks in a medium bowl until they lighten in color, about 1 minute.
- Gradually add about a cup of the warm cream mixture into your egg yolks, whisking continuously to prevent curdling.
- Return the tempered yolks to the saucepan with the remaining cream mixture. Add a pinch of salt and your culinary lavender, stirring well. Cook over low heat for about 10 minutes, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens.
- Pour the thickened mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove the lavender buds. Let the mixture cool slightly at room temperature.
- Incorporate the freshly squeezed lemon juice and lemon zest into the cooled mixture, stirring until combined.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate your ice cream mixture for several hours or overnight.
- Once chilled, pour the mixture into your ice cream maker. Churn according to the manufacturer's instructions, usually for about 20-25 minutes.
- Transfer the churned ice cream into an airtight container, smoothing the top with a spatula. Cover tightly and freeze for at least 4 hours.
Nutrition
Notes
Always source culinary-grade lavender for a delicious experience. Allow the mixture to chill thoroughly before churning for best results.
