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Blue Moon Ice Cream

Creamy Blue Moon Ice Cream: Nostalgic Flavor in Every Scoop

Homemade Blue Moon Ice Cream captures the essence of nostalgia with a delightful creamy texture and vibrant blue hue.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 6 scoops
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup whole milk Provides the base creaminess essential for a smooth texture.
  • 1.5 cups heavy whipping cream Adds richness and contributes to a velvety mouthfeel.
  • 0.5 cups sugar Balances flavors while enhancing sweetness.
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt Enhances all flavors.
For Flavoring
  • 3 teaspoons instant vanilla pudding mix Thickens the mixture, giving it a delightful creamy consistency.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Infuses warmth and depth.
  • 1 teaspoon raspberry extract Introduces fruity notes.
  • 1 teaspoon lemon extract Offers a zesty kick.
For Color
  • 0.5 teaspoon blue food coloring Creates an attractive blue hue.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Ice Cream Maker
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, warm 1 cup of whole milk over medium heat for about 5 minutes while stirring gently.
  2. Add ½ cup of sugar and ¼ teaspoon of salt to the steaming milk. Stir continuously for about 2-3 minutes until the sugar dissolves.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in 1 ½ cups of heavy whipping cream, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 3 teaspoons of instant vanilla pudding mix, 1 teaspoon of raspberry extract, and 1 teaspoon of lemon extract.
  4. Add ½ teaspoon of blue food coloring to the mixture and stir well to distribute.
  5. Transfer the mixture to an airtight container and refrigerate for about 2 hours.
  6. Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions for about 20-25 minutes.
  7. Serve immediately for a soft texture or transfer to an airtight container to freeze for a firmer scoop.

Nutrition

Serving: 1scoopCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.1mg

Notes

Chill thoroughly before churning and feel free to experiment with swirl-ins or toppings.

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