Also known as “Tutu’s Lemon Ice Cream” to those in the know, this simple, refreshing ice cream recipe was sent to me by Danielle H, who has corresponded with me for a long while now about recipes and MKC content. Her grandmother Tutu (called that sweet name because she lived in Hawaii when her first grandchild was born and Tutu means grandmother in Hawaiian) was the creator of this delicious ice cream and it is definitely a legacy to hang on to!
Beyond easy, this ice cream comes together in a snap by whisking the four every day ingredients together and then churning to glorious creaminess in an ice cream maker.
Easy peasy. And absolutely one of the most light and refreshing frozen treats I have ever partaken of. I served this with a fall fruit crumble (recipe to come soon!) and have made it twice more just to enjoy by itself. Perfect as a pick-me-up for a warm day, I can see myself enjoying this all winter long, as well. There is no shame in eating ice cream throughout the bitterly cold winter, even if it means donning an extra sweatshirt or three in order to function.
Ingredients
- 3 cups half & half
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- Juice of 3 lemons (about 1/2 cup)
- 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest (grate the lemons before juicing)
Directions
- Combine all the ingredients in a medium bowl or large liquid measure. Whisk or stir until the sugar is dissolved and it is mixed well.
- Using an electric ice cream maker, freeze according to the manufacturer’s directions. I place the churned ice cream in a sealed tupperware in the freezer for 3-4 hours to firm up perfectly before scooping.
Recipe Source: adapted slightly from a recipe sent to me by Danielle H, by way of her Grandma Tutu
I love lemon sorbet, but have never had lemon ice cream. This looks so refreshing and creamy…a must try recipe for sure!
I’m running for the kitchen NOW!
Oooooh. That looks amazing. I’m totally addicted to lemons (and other citrus). I’ve had and made lemon sorbet before, but now I need to try lemon ice cream! Tangy and smooth? Awesome.
No ice cream maker
but does it ever look delicious.
I too only wish I had an ice cream maker! Looks so refreshing. Yum!
Oh, I’m so glad you liked it! I was pretty sure you would. Tutu would be so proud!
wow! this looks very refreshing!
Thanks so much, lemon, one of my favorite flavors, easy, my favorite option in the kitchen. And to serve this over a fall crumble, oh my! With you all the way with this recipe.
tutu’s ice cream and jo jo potatoes–you have a thing for rhyming names this week! (or, rather, last week…) this is indeed luscious and quite lovely. the blackberries are a nice touch–a swirl incorporated into the ice cream might be nice!
I looooove lemon ice cream! This is so simple I can make it everyday
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I just received an ice cream maker for my birthday last month and decided to try this recipe for my second batch. I absolutely love lemon so I had high expectations and let me tell you, this lived up to everything I was imagining. Thanks for sharing Mel, Danielle and Tutu!
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