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Lemon Meringue Ice Cream with Lemon Balm

A refreshing and tangy lemon meringue ice cream infused with lemon balm.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Ice Cream Base
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon lemon balm leaves finely chopped
Meringue
  • 3 large egg whites
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 cup granulated sugar

Method
 

Prepare the Ice Cream Base
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and lemon balm until well combined.
  2. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Make the Meringue
  1. In a clean mixing bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
  2. Gradually add sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
  3. Fold the meringue gently into the churned ice cream base.
Freeze the Ice Cream
  1. Transfer the mixture to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For a more intense lemon flavor, add more lemon zest or juice to taste.

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