Print

Creamy No-Churn Huckleberry Lavender Ice Cream

no-churn huckleberry lavender ice cream - featured image
Print Recipe

A simple, fuss-free homemade ice cream that blends the tart sweetness of huckleberries with a subtle floral hint of lavender. This no-churn recipe is creamy, soft, and perfect for summer treats without needing an ice cream maker.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups (480 ml) cold heavy whipping cream
  • 1 can (14 oz / 397 g) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) huckleberry jam or 1 cup fresh huckleberries, mashed slightly
  • 1 teaspoon dried culinary lavender, lightly crushed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Pinch of salt (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pour the cold heavy whipping cream into a small saucepan. Add the dried culinary lavender and gently warm over low heat until just steaming (about 5 minutes). Do not boil. Remove from heat and let the lavender steep for 15 minutes.
  2. Strain the cream through a fine mesh sieve to remove the lavender bits. Chill the infused cream in the refrigerator until cold (about 30 minutes).
  3. Using an electric mixer, beat the chilled lavender-infused cream until soft peaks form (about 3-5 minutes on medium-high speed).
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, fresh lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to blend the flavors.
  5. Gently fold the whipped cream into the condensed milk mixture using a spatula, using slow, deliberate strokes to keep the airy texture intact.
  6. Swirl in the huckleberry jam or fresh mashed berries, creating ribbons of berry throughout without overmixing.
  7. Transfer the mixture to a freezer-safe container and smooth the top. Cover tightly and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight until solid.
  8. Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before scooping to soften slightly for the creamiest texture.

Notes

Do not overwhip the cream to avoid grainy texture; stop at soft peaks. Infuse lavender in warm cream to unlock aroma but avoid bitterness by using only 1 teaspoon. Fold berries gently to maintain swirl effect. Freeze at least 6 hours or overnight for best texture. Let ice cream soften 5-10 minutes before serving for creaminess.

Nutrition

Keywords: no-churn ice cream, huckleberry ice cream, lavender ice cream, homemade dessert, easy ice cream recipe, summer dessert, creamy ice cream

Find it online: https://forkifyfun.com/creamy-no-churn-huckleberry-lavender-ice-cream-recipe-easy-homemade-dessert/