Indulge your taste buds in a unique and tantalizing experience with our exquisite Honey Rosemary Ice Cream recipe. Combining the delicate sweetness of honey with the aromatic essence of fresh rosemary, this frozen treat is a delightful fusion of flavors that will captivate your senses.
Imagine creamy, smooth ice cream infused with the natural sweetness of golden honey, complemented by the earthy and fragrant notes of rosemary. The result is a harmonious balance between sweetness and herbaceousness, creating a truly unforgettable dessert.
This recipe takes the traditional concept of ice cream and elevates it to new heights. The marriage of honey and rosemary offers a sophisticated twist, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a refined and innovative dessert experience.
Crafted with care and attention, our Honey Rosemary Ice Cream recipe gives you a velvety texture that will melt in your mouth, leaving a lingering taste of pure bliss. Each spoonful transports you to a world where culinary boundaries are pushed, and unexpected flavor combinations become culinary masterpieces.
Whether you’re hosting a dinner party, celebrating a special occasion, or simply treating yourself to a moment of indulgence, our Honey Rosemary Ice Cream is the perfect choice. Its uniqueness will leave your guests in awe and provide a memorable finale to any meal.
Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with our Honey Rosemary Ice Cream recipe. With its distinctive blend of sweetness and herbal allure, it promises to awaken your palate and leave you craving for more. So, gather your ingredients, embrace your creativity, and savor the magic that unfolds when honey and rosemary meet in the realm of frozen desserts.
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adventurous flavors
My husband likes traditional flavor ice creams, like chocolate ice cream, strawberry, vanilla ice cream, or mint & chip.
And, although I love traditional flavors as well, I like to venture out sometimes and try a different flavor like Oatmeal Crunch, Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream, Peanut Butter Fudge Ripple, or this Honey Rosemary Ice Cream.
I love this ice cream. Sweet and a little savory. Adult.
The piney flavor of the rosemary matches perfectly with the sweet honey flavor.
And, the ice cream remained really soft, almost like soft serve.
I used two different kinds of honey to make it a little more complex.
And, honestly, I couldn’t stop licking the spoon as I made the custard base.
Even my traditional husband said this was delish.
serving suggestions
I think it would lovely with a shortbread cookie crumbled on top.
Or, maybe make a shortbread cookie bowl. Maybe even simple toasted almonds.
How to make
The full printable recipe ingredients and instructions are available in the recipe card at the bottom of the post. You can find important tips and tricks as well as pictures in the post.
Combine cream, milk, honey, and rosemary in large saucepan. Stir over medium heat until small bubbles form around edges of pan (scalding).
Remove from heat; cover and let steep 30 minutes. Discard rosemary.
Return cream mixture to simmer; remove from heat.
Whisk yolks and sea salt in medium bowl. Gradually add hot cream mixture; whisk until blended.
Return custard to same saucepan and stir over medium-low heat until custard thickens slightly and coats back of spoon when finger is drawn across and instant-read thermometer inserted into custard registers 165°F to 170°F, 4 to 5 minutes (do not boil).
Strain into medium bowl. Set bowl over larger bowl filled with ice and water; stir occasionally until cool, about 10 minutes.
Stir in vanilla extract. Remove bowl from ice and water.
Cover custard with plastic wrap and chill at least 4 hours or overnight.
Transfer custard to ice cream maker and follow manufacturer’s instructions.
Transfer ice cream to container; cover and freeze until firm, at least 4 hours. Can be made 4 days ahead. Keep frozen.
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Honey Rosemary Ice Cream Recipe
Honey Rosemary Ice Cream
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/3 cup dark honey such as avocado honey
- 1/3 cup light honey such as wildflower or clover honey
- 1 6-inch-long fresh rosemary sprig
- 5 large egg yolks
- Large pinch of fine sea salt
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine cream, milk, honey, and rosemary in large saucepan. Stir over medium heat until small bubbles form around edges of pan (scalding). Remove from heat; cover and let steep 30 minutes. Discard rosemary. Return cream mixture to simmer; remove from heat.
- Whisk yolks and sea salt in medium bowl. Gradually add hot cream mixture; whisk until blended. Return custard to same saucepan and stir over medium-low heat until custard thickens slightly and coats back of spoon when finger is drawn across and instant-read thermometer inserted into custard registers 165°F to 170°F, 4 to 5 minutes (do not boil). Strain into medium bowl. Set bowl over larger bowl filled with ice and water; stir occasionally until cool, about 10 minutes. Stir in vanilla extract. Remove bowl from ice and water. Cover custard with plastic wrap and chill at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Transfer custard to ice cream maker and follow manufacturer’s instructions. Transfer ice cream to container; cover and freeze until firm, at least 4 hours. Can be made 4 days ahead. Keep frozen.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations, and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary based on brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes, and more.
Sarah
You are so creative! I love the two different honeys to add some complexity. Wow! I really love this! Thanks for sharing.
Sarah