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Blue Moon Ice Cream
RATING
4.3/5(31)
TASTE SCORE
9/10
A nostalgic taste of the Midwest! This vibrant blue ice cream has a mysterious, sweet flavor that's part citrus, part vanilla, and all delicious. A fun, easy homemade treat that kids and adults will love.
SERVINGS
8
INGREDIENTS
For 8 servings
NUTRITION · PER SERVING
381
381
CALORIES · 0.5 CUP
Protein5g · 5%
Carbs33g · 35%
Fat26g · 61%
Fiber0g
Sodium105mg
Potassium230mg
Phosphorus160mg
INSTRUCTIONS
6 steps.
6 STEPS
- 1
Step 1
- a.In a large, chilled bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to whip the cold heavy cream on medium-high speed. Continue whipping for 3-4 minutes, until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to over-whip it into butter.
- 2
Step 2
- a.In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, raspberry extract, lemon extract, and salt until smooth.
- 3
Add the blue food coloring to the condensed milk mixture
- a.Start with a few drops and add more until you reach a vibrant, sky blue color.
- 4
Step 4
- a.Gently fold about one-third of the whipped cream into the blue condensed milk mixture to lighten it. Add the remaining whipped cream and continue to fold gently until just combined and no streaks remain. Do not overmix, as this will deflate the cream.
- 5
Pour the mixture into a 9x5 inch loaf pan or another freezer-safe container
- a.Cover tightly with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface of the ice cream to prevent ice crystals. Freeze for at least 6 hours, or overnight until firm.
- 6
Step 6
- a.To serve, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to soften slightly before scooping.
PRO TIPS
What to keep in mind.
5 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.
- 1Use very cold heavy cream and a chilled bowl for the best volume when whipping.
- 2The flavor is a unique combination; feel free to adjust the extracts slightly to your preference after mixing the base.
- 3For an even creamier texture, add 1 tablespoon of vodka or light corn syrup to the base, which helps prevent large ice crystals.
- 4Pressing plastic wrap directly on the surface of the ice cream is crucial to prevent freezer burn and iciness.
- 5Store in an airtight container in the coldest part of your freezer for up to 2 weeks for the best flavor and texture.
RECIPE VARIATIONS
Adapt it for your goals.
vegan
Vegan
Replace heavy cream with chilled full-fat coconut cream (the solid part from a can) and use a vegan sweetened condensed milk made from coconut or oat milk.
kid friendlyKid friendly
Add 1/2 cup of colorful sprinkles, mini marshmallows, or fruity cereal into the ice cream base just before freezing for a fun, textured twist.
quickQuick
For a simpler flavor, omit the raspberry and lemon extracts and use 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract for a classic 'blue vanilla' ice cream.
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