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Blue Moon Ice Cream

Creamy Blue Moon Ice Cream: Your Summer Nostalgia Fix

Blue Moon Ice Cream brings nostalgia with its delicious blend of fruity and nutty flavors, perfect for summer treats.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Freezing Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 2 cups heavy cream substitute with whole milk for a lighter texture
  • 1 cup whole milk almond or oat milk can be used for a dairy-free version
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar consider different sweeteners for enhanced flavor
Flavoring
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon almond extract key for signature Blue Moon flavor
  • 1 tablespoon crushed orange zest optional for a citrus twist
Optional Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon corn syrup optional for creaminess
  • a few drops blue food coloring for iconic look

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Ice cream maker
  • Shallow dish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of heavy cream, 1 cup of whole milk, and 3/4 cup of granulated sugar. Whisk until the sugar dissolves.
  2. Stir in 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract and 1 tablespoon of almond extract. Optionally add corn syrup and crushed orange zest.
  3. Mix in blue food coloring gradually until desired shade is reached.
  4. Pour the mixture into your ice cream maker and churn for about 20-25 minutes.
  5. For no-churn alternative, pour into a shallow dish, freeze, and stir every 30 minutes for 2-3 hours.
  6. Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 3-4 hours.
  7. Let sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before scooping, then serve in bowls or cones.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 25gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 200mg

Notes

Make sure to chill ingredients for better results. Taste before freezing to adjust flavor as needed.

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