Refreshing Lemon Cream

Name: Refreshing Lemon Cream
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Ingredients: 2 cups heavy whipping cream; 1 cup sugar; 1/3 cup lemon juice; 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest; Lemon boats, optional; Fresh mint and shredded lemon zest, optional

Fresh lemon juice provides the tangy flavor in this smooth, rich ice cream recipe from Sunkist. The refreshing make-ahead treat can be prepared without an ice cream maker and looks splendid and summery when served in individual cups made from lemon halves.

Ingredients

2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 cup sugar
1/3 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
Lemon boats, optional
Fresh mint and shredded lemon zest, optional

Directions

In a bowl, stir cream and sugar until sugar is dissolved. Stir in lemon juice and zest (mixture will thicken slightly). Cover and freeze until firm, about 4 hours. Remove from the freezer 15 minutes before serving. Serve in lemon boats or individual dishes. Garnish with mint and lemon zest if desired.

Editor's Note: 1/2 cup mashed strawberries may be added to the lemon mixture before freezing.