Description
Orange Ice Cream is a delightful homemade treat that captures the essence of summer with its refreshing blend of zesty orange and creamy vanilla. This easy-to-make dessert combines freshly squeezed orange juice with heavy cream and a touch of sugar, reminiscent of nostalgic orange creamsicle popsicles. Perfect for hot days, birthday celebrations, or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth, this ice cream is sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike. Enjoy it in a bowl, as an ice cream sandwich, or paired with fresh fruit for an extra burst of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup fresh orange juice (from about 3 oranges)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon orange extract
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the heavy cream, sugar, orange juice, whole milk, orange extract, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Optionally add food coloring for visual appeal and mix thoroughly.
- Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- Transfer the ice cream to a container, cover it with plastic wrap, and freeze for 4-6 hours or overnight until firm.
- Allow the ice cream to sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping into bowls or cones.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (125g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 56mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg