Lemon meringue ice cream

Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Lemon meringue ice cream
230 min.
8
208kcal

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Indulge in a delightful treat that brings together the tangy freshness of lemons and the sweet crunch of meringue with our Lemon Meringue Ice Cream. Perfectly gluten-free, this luxurious dessert is not only a crowd-pleaser but also an elegant addition to any gathering or a simple way to elevate your summer afternoons.

With a rich custard base combined with airy creams, each spoonful delivers a creamy, zesty explosion of flavor that will tantalize your taste buds. The vibrant zing from the freshly squeezed lemon juice and zesty rind is perfectly balanced by the sweet, crumbly meringue pieces, creating a texture that is simply irresistible. This ice cream not only satisfies your sweet tooth but also invokes the nostalgic essence of a classic lemon meringue pie.

Taking only a few hours to prepare, this recipe is surprisingly simple yet yields results that will impress friends and family alike. Whether served in a crispy ice cream cone or straight from the container, it's a refreshing dessert that beckons you to savor every last bite. So gather your ingredients, unleash your inner chef, and treat yourself to this delightful Lemon Meringue Ice Cream – a sweet escape you’ll want to revisit time and time again!

Ingredients

  • 500 custard sauce fresh
  • 142 ml single cream 
  • 142 ml double cream 
  •  juice of lemon juicy
  •  ice cream cake cones 
  •  frangelico crushed (we used Sainsbury's Meringue Nests)
  •  frangelico crushed (we used Sainsbury's Meringue Nests)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • ice cream machine

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, mix the custard and the single cream.
  2. Whip the double cream until it forms soft peaks, then stir in the lemon zest and juice. Fold this into the custard mixture.
  3. Pour into an ice cream machine and churn according to the manufacturers instructions. Gently fold in the meringue, then spoon into a freezer container and freeze.
  4. Remove from the freezer at least half an hour before serving. To serve, scoop into the ice cream cones and eat immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories208kcal
Protein7.08%
Fat62.78%
Carbs30.14%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.57
Glycemic Load
4.03
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
4.827391334202%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.55mg
Hesperetin
1.63mg
Naringenin
0.16mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:208.47kcal
10.42%
Fat:14.79g
22.76%
Saturated Fat:8.9g
55.61%
Carbohydrates:15.97g
5.32%
Net Carbohydrates:15.82g
5.75%
Sugar:4.08g
4.53%
Cholesterol:71.96mg
23.99%
Sodium:73.77mg
3.21%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.75g
7.51%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.31%
Calcium:112.71mg
11.27%
Vitamin A:558.55IU
11.17%
Phosphorus:107.32mg
10.73%
Vitamin D:1.14µg
7.62%
Selenium:4.58µg
6.54%
Vitamin B12:0.39µg
6.49%
Vitamin B5:0.56mg
5.63%
Vitamin C:4.63mg
5.61%
Potassium:179.8mg
5.14%
Folate:16.23µg
4.06%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.91%
Magnesium:14.22mg
3.56%
Zinc:0.44mg
2.93%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.88%
Vitamin E:0.41mg
2.72%
Iron:0.39mg
2.16%
Copper:0.03mg
1.6%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.45%
Vitamin B3:0.29mg
1.44%
Vitamin K:1.25µg
1.19%