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Dandelion & Honey Ice Cream

Dandelion & Honey Ice Cream: A Sweet Spring Surprise

Dandelion & Honey Ice Cream is a refreshing dessert that combines the natural sweetness of honey with the delicate floral notes of dandelions.
Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 8 scoops
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Ice Cream Base
  • 3/4 cup Honey Sweetness can be adjusted based on preference.
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream Provides creaminess.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Can substitute with Half and Half for richer flavor.
  • 1 cup Dandelion Petals Use fresh, pesticide-free petals.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt Enhances sweetness.
  • 4 large Egg Yolks Essential for custard base.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Fine Mesh Sieve
  • whisk
  • Ice Cream Maker
  • Freezer-safe container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine honey, heavy cream, whole milk, and fresh dandelion petals. Heat over low to medium heat, stirring gently until the mixture begins to simmer. Allow it to infuse for 30-40 minutes.
  2. Remove the saucepan from heat and carefully strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl to discard the dandelion petals. Rinse the saucepan lightly.
  3. In the now-clean saucepan, whisk together the egg yolks until smooth. Gradually pour in the infused cream mixture, whisking continuously to combine.
  4. Place the saucepan over low heat and cook the mixture gently, stirring constantly until it thickens and reads 175°F (79°C).
  5. Once thickened, remove the custard from heat and let it cool for about 10 minutes before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.
  6. Pour the custard into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
  7. Transfer the churned ice cream into a freezer-safe container, seal tightly, and freeze for several hours, preferably overnight.

Nutrition

Serving: 1scoopCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 24gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Serve with fresh berries, a drizzle of honey, or nuts for added flavor. Allow it to sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping for easier serving.

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