Cantaloupe Ice Cream
Dive into summer bliss with this refreshingly creamy Cantaloupe Ice Cream, a delightful twist on classic homemade frozen treats. Bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe cantaloupe, this recipe blends pureed melon with silky heavy cream, whole milk, and a hint of vanilla for a luxurious texture and flavor. A splash of lemon juice adds a bright, tangy balance, making every bite irresistibly fresh. With just 20 minutes of prep time and an ice cream maker, you can churn up this velvety dessert that's perfect for warm-weather entertaining or a simple indulgence at home. Serve it in cones or bowls and savor the essence of summer in every scoop!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium (about 4 cups diced) Cantaloupe
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 cups Heavy cream
- 1 cups Whole milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.125 teaspoons Salt
Instructions
Slice the cantaloupe in half, remove the seeds, and scoop out the flesh. Dice the flesh into small chunks and measure out approximately 4 cups.
Place the diced cantaloupe in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. For an extra creamy texture, strain the puree through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any chunks or pulp, but this step is optional.
Pour the cantaloupe puree into a large mixing bowl. Add the granulated sugar and mix well until the sugar dissolves completely.
Stir in the heavy cream, whole milk, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and salt. Mix until all ingredients are fully combined.
Cover the mixture with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until it is completely cold.
Once chilled, pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions. This typically takes 20-25 minutes, or until the ice cream reaches a thick and creamy consistency.
Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for an additional 2-4 hours to firm up.
Serve scoops of cantaloupe ice cream in bowls or cones and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1581 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.0 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.9 g | 264% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 269 mg | 90% | |
| Sodium | 654 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 163.5 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 161.5 g | ||
| Protein | 13.1 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 357 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1364 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
