Orange Creamsicle Ice Cream Recipe
Do you love the taste of summer? This Orange Creamsicle Ice Cream Recipe brings back childhood memories.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Measuring cups
- Ice Cream Maker
- Airtight container
- Rubber spatula
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Fresh Orange Juice
- 1 Tbsp Orange Zest
- 2 Cups Heavy Cream
- 1 Cup Whole Milk
- 3/4 Cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 Pinch Sea Salt
Instructions
- Zest two large oranges into your bowl. Be careful not to include the white pith. The pith tastes very bitter and ruins flavor.
- Juice the oranges until you have one cup. Pour the juice through a fine strainer. This removes seeds and thick pulp pieces.
- Add the sugar to your orange juice. Whisk the mixture until the sugar dissolves completely. You should not feel any gritty crystals.
- Pour in the heavy cream and milk. Add the vanilla and salt at this time. Stir slowly so the cream does not splash.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Place it in the fridge for one hour. A cold base churns much faster.
- Pour the cold mix into your machine. Turn the machine on and let it churn. It usually takes about twenty minutes to thicken.
- Transfer the soft ice cream to a container. Smooth the top with your rubber spatula. Freeze for four hours until it is firm.
Notes
- Use cold ingredients to speed up the churning process.
- Do not skip the orange zest for maximum citrus aroma.
- Chill your storage container before adding the finished ice cream.
- Use high-quality vanilla for a truly authentic creamsicle taste.
- Add a drop of food coloring for a brighter color.
- Strain your juice to ensure a very smooth texture.
- Keep the freezer bowl frozen for at least 24 hours.