Honey-Lavender Ricotta Ice Cream

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Honey-Lavender Ricotta Ice Cream
45 min.
12
207kcal

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If you’re searching for a unique and delightful dessert to impress your friends and family, look no further than this Honey-Lavender Ricotta Ice Cream. This luscious treat seamlessly combines the creamy richness of fresh ricotta cheese with the floral notes of aromatic lavender, sweetened perfectly with a touch of honey. It's not just a dessert; it's an experience that captures the essence of warm, sunny days. With every spoonful, you'll be transported to a serene garden, surrounded by blooming lavender fields.

This recipe is not only vegetarian and gluten-free, but it’s also incredibly simple to prepare, taking only 45 minutes from start to finish. With the rich texture of ricotta and a refreshing lavender syrup, this ice cream offers a sophisticated twist on traditional flavors, making it an excellent choice for dinner parties or summer gatherings. And the best part? It serves 12, so there’s plenty to go around!

Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with fresh fruits, this Honey-Lavender Ricotta Ice Cream is guaranteed to tantalize the taste buds and leave everyone craving more. So gather your ingredients and get ready to indulge in a refreshing dessert that dazzles with its unexpected flavor profile!

Ingredients

  • pounds ricotta cheese fresh
  • tablespoons honey 
  • teaspoon culinary lavender buds dried
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • cup sugar 
  • cup water 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • sieve

Directions

  1. Combine sugar and 1 cup water in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Cook 45 seconds or until sugar dissolves.
  2. Remove from heat; stir in lavender.
  3. Let stand 30 minutes. Strain mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a small bowl; discard solids. Cover and chill 1 hour.
  4. Combine fresh ricotta cheese, honey, and salt in a food processor; process until smooth. With processor on, slowly add lavender syrup through the food chute.
  5. Pour mixture into the freezer can of an ice-cream freezer; freeze according to the manufacturer's instructions. Spoon ice cream into a freezer-safe container; cover and freeze 4 hours or until firm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories207kcal
Protein16.22%
Fat42.25%
Carbs41.53%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.45
Glycemic Load
13.76
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.7556521833429%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:206.55kcal
10.33%
Fat:9.87g
15.18%
Saturated Fat:6.27g
39.19%
Carbohydrates:21.83g
7.28%
Net Carbohydrates:21.82g
7.93%
Sugar:19.71g
21.9%
Cholesterol:38.56mg
12.85%
Sodium:113.24mg
4.92%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.53g
17.05%
Calcium:158.4mg
15.84%
Selenium:11.09µg
15.84%
Phosphorus:119.59mg
11.96%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.94%
Vitamin A:337.66IU
6.75%
Zinc:0.89mg
5.92%
Vitamin B12:0.26µg
4.28%
Potassium:81.54mg
2.33%
Folate:9.14µg
2.29%
Magnesium:8.58mg
2.15%
Iron:0.32mg
1.77%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.67%
Vitamin B5:0.16mg
1.63%
Copper:0.02mg
1.07%
Vitamin D:0.15µg
1.01%
Source:My Recipes