Ultimate Homemade Lemon Cheesecake Ice Cream
Indulge in the delightful flavors of summer with The Ultimate Homemade Lemon Cheesecake Ice Cream Recipe. This creamy, tangy frozen treat combines the rich taste of cheesecake with the refreshing zest of lemon, creating an irresistible dessert perfect for hot days, family gatherings, or simply as a satisfying sweet indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes (plus freezing time)
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, vanilla extract, softened cream cheese, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions (approximately 25-30 minutes) until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- Transfer the churned ice cream into a freezer-safe container, smoothing out the top. Cover tightly and freeze for at least 4 hours until firm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg