Refreshing Helado De Limon Recipe
Introduction
Helado de Limon is a traditional Spanish dessert that is perfect for a hot summer day. This refreshing and tangy ice cream is made with fresh lemons and a few simple ingredients. It's easy to make and can be enjoyed by everyone, regardless of their age. In this recipe blog, we will guide you through the process of making delicious Helado de Limon.Ingredients
For this recipe, you will need:- 1 cup of fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup of sugar
- 2 cups of heavy cream
- 1 cup of whole milk
- 1 teaspoon of lemon zest
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Lemon Syrup
To make the lemon syrup, combine the lemon juice and sugar in a saucepan. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring continuously until the sugar is completely dissolved. Once the sugar has dissolved, remove the syrup from the heat and set it aside to cool.Step 2: Make the Ice Cream Base
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, milk, lemon zest, and salt until well combined. Once the lemon syrup has cooled, add it to the ice cream base and mix well.Step 3: Freeze the Mixture
Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions. Once the ice cream has reached a soft-serve consistency, transfer it to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight.Step 4: Serve and Enjoy
When you're ready to serve the ice cream, remove it from the freezer and let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften. Scoop the ice cream into bowls or cones and enjoy!Nutrition
This recipe yields approximately 8 servings. Each serving contains:- Calories: 428
- Total Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Cholesterol: 121mg
- Sodium: 71mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 33g
- Sugars: 31g
- Protein: 4g
Tips and Variations
- If you don't have an ice cream maker, you can still make this recipe. Simply pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container and freeze for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, remove the container from the freezer and stir the mixture well. Repeat this process every 30 minutes until the ice cream is firm.
- You can add a few drops of yellow food coloring to the ice cream mixture to give it a more vibrant color.
- If you want to make a dairy-free version of this recipe, you can substitute the heavy cream and whole milk for coconut cream and almond milk.
- You can also add some chopped fresh mint to the ice cream mixture for a refreshing twist.