Lemon Ice
Cool, refreshing, and bursting with citrusy goodness, this homemade Lemon Ice is the ultimate treat for hot summer days. Crafted with just five simple ingredients—freshly squeezed lemon juice, zesty lemon peel, granulated sugar, water, and a pinch of salt—this frozen dessert delivers a perfectly balanced blend of sweet and tangy flavors. The recipe uses an easy granita-style technique, involving stirring and scraping the mixture as it freezes to create a light, fluffy texture without the need for an ice cream maker. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time, this naturally dairy-free and vegan-friendly dessert is the perfect palate cleanser or after-dinner treat. Serve your Lemon Ice in elegant glassware for a stunning presentation that’s guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 cups Water
- 4 whole Lemons
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water over medium heat.
Stir the mixture until the sugar dissolves completely, forming a simple syrup. This should take about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
While the syrup cools, zest one of the lemons to yield about 1 tablespoon of lemon zest. Set aside.
Juice all four lemons until you have approximately 1 cup of fresh lemon juice. Strain out any seeds or pulp if desired.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled simple syrup, lemon juice, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Stir until well combined.
Transfer the mixture to a shallow, freezer-safe dish. Place in the freezer.
Every 30 minutes, use a fork to stir and scrape the mixture, breaking up any large ice crystals. Repeat this process for 3-4 hours, or until the lemon ice is fully frozen and has a fluffy, scoopable texture.
Scoop the lemon ice into bowls or glasses and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
836 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 158 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 223.6 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 205.9 g | ||
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 104 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 339 mg | 7% | |
*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.
