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Blue Moon Ice Cream

Delightfully Creamy Blue Moon Ice Cream You Can Make at Home

This Blue Moon Ice Cream is a magical treat that evokes sweet childhood memories and requires no churn, making it perfect for warm days.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Freezing Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Use sweetened condensed milk, not evaporated milk.
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream Use cold cream for optimal whipping.
For Flavoring
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract Opt for high-quality vanilla, not imitation.
  • 1 teaspoon Raspberry Extract Look for extract, not oils.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Extract Use extract for a lighter taste.
For the Color
  • 1-2 drops Blue Gel Food Coloring Choose gel for vibrant color without adding liquid.

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Blue Moon Ice Cream
  1. In a large, chilled mixing bowl, pour in 2 cups of cold heavy cream. Using an electric mixer, whip the cream on medium-high speed for about 3-5 minutes until soft peaks form.
  2. Gently fold in one can of sweetened condensed milk into the whipped cream using a spatula. Add the vanilla extract, raspberry extract, and lemon extract, and keep folding until well blended and smooth.
  3. Add a few drops of blue gel food coloring to achieve your desired shade, folding it into the mixture until the color is evenly distributed throughout.
  4. Transfer the mixture into an airtight container and smooth the top. Cover with plastic wrap and seal with a lid. Freeze for at least 5-6 hours, or until fully set.
  5. Before serving, let the ice cream soften at room temperature for 5-10 minutes. Then, use an ice cream scoop to serve and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 24gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 70mg

Notes

For the creamiest texture, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface before sealing to prevent ice crystals.

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