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The creamiest Fresh Lemon Custard Ice Cream that’s a summer must try! It’s like no other ice cream you’ve had, homemade or store-bought.

The tart, citrus flavor is unique and so refreshing because it’s made with fresh lemon juice in the lemon curd. The Lemon curd turns into a creamy lemon custard, then frozen until it’s perfectly delicious.

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Custard-Based Ice Cream

I love custard-based ice cream. So thick and rich. So creamy. Luscious! So pleasing to the tongue and the tummy!

Now, don’t get me wrong, the ease of a no churn ice cream is awesome. I even have a recipe on the blog for one, Coffee Toffee Ice Cream. But, for texture, an old fashioned custard ice cream simply can’t be beat!

And this Lemon Ice Cream is one of my favorites! Tangy, tart lemon, offsetting sweet cream. Not too sweet. Oh, this one is just so good!

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Meyer Lemons or Regular Lemons?

If you have Meyer Lemons, it’s even better!

This past winter I was given bags of Meyer Lemons by my friends and family, so I zested and juiced them and froze that zest and juice in ice cube trays. Learn how to freeze and save your lemons here.

I’m still using those sweet lemons now! I just take out some of the lemon ice cubes, defrost them in the microwave, and measure out what I need for the recipe.

Any extra defrosted lemon juice goes into a glass of water for me to drink. And the zest stays in the freezer as well. I just break off any measurement I need and pop the rest back in the freezer.

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Lemon Extract

You’ve seen me talk about lemon extract before. I use it in almost all of my lemon recipes. I love it because it helps brighten the lemon flavor in all your desserts.

Great fruit ice creams

Fruity ice creams are so refreshing on a hot summer day. Here are some of my favorites! Be sure to give them a try! Peach Ice Cream, Strawberry Ice Cream, and Pineapple Ice Cream.

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Lemon Ice Cream

Debi

The creamiest Fresh Lemon Custard Ice Cream that’s a summer must try! It’s like no other ice cream you’ve had, homemade or store-bought. The tart, citrus flavor is unique and so
refreshing because it’s made with fresh lemon juice in the lemon curd.

4.87 from 15 votes

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Chilling time 4 hours hrs

Total Time 4 hours hrs 45 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 8 servings

Calories 315 kcal

Ingredients

  • ½ cup fresh lemon juice from 5-6 large lemons
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 large whole eggs
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon extract
  • 2 cups light cream or whipping cream
  • pinch salt

Instructions

  • In a large metal bowl or the top of a double boiler, combine lemon juice, butter, eggs, and sugar. Set the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water; whisk until butter melts, sugar dissolves, and the mixture thickens, about 15 minutes. Allow the lemon curd to cool slightly, and stir in the extract, cream, and salt. Cover and refrigerate until cold or overnight.

  • Stir the cold custard well, then freeze in your ice cream machine according to manufacturer’s instructions. When finished, the ice cream will be soft, like soft serve. For firmer ice cream, freezer at least 2 hours.

Notes

A serving size is typically about 1/2 cup

Nutrition

Calories: 315kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 37mgPotassium: 89mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 750IUVitamin C: 6.3mgCalcium: 47mgIron: 0.2mg

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.

Keyword ice cream, lemon

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FAQs

What company makes lemon custard ice cream? ›

Lemon Custard - Guernsey Farms Dairy. Formulated using only the finest and freshest ingredients, our premium ice cream is crafted in small batches to deliver a well-balanced creamy taste you won't soon forget.

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Our lemon custard ice cream is not only rich and creamy but deliciously refreshing.

What goes with ice cream? ›

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Although the products carry the Aldi branding, plenty of them are rumored to have been manufactured by other, sometimes well-known brands and fans of the store often speculate about which companies produced the goods. Aldi's ice cream brand carries the name Belmont, but it's actually produced by House of Flavors.

Who is the black lady who makes ice cream? ›

ST. LOUIS — Creamalicious is one of the first African American, female-owned national ice cream brands in mass production. The ice cream flavors celebrate Chef Liz Roger's “blissfully Southern artisan desserts” by celebrating her roots and community. Chef Liz credits Schnucks with helping her get her start.

Does Blue Bell make lemon flavored ice cream? ›

Creamy ice cream with the refreshing flavor of lemon custard. This flavor is only in select markets.

Why did Walmart stop selling Mayfield milk? ›

The retail giant removed the beloved East Tennessee product from the shelves last week, citing the company's efforts to provide "every day low prices." "In an effort to keep quality items on our shelves at a great every day low prices, we're always looking at our assortment," Walmart spokesman Molly Blakeman said.

Does Publix sell lemon ice cream? ›

Haagen-Dazs Five Ice Cream, Lemon | Publix Super Markets.

What is the most popular ice cream topping? ›

Classic Favorites: Timeless Toppings for Your Ice Cream
  • Hot fudge.
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  • Sprinkles.
  • Caramel sauce.
  • Chopped nuts.
  • Maraschino cherries.
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What is good to eat after ice cream? ›

After devouring the entire cheese plate or pint of ice cream, the best thing that you can do to clear out your system is eat meals rich in anti-inflammatory foods like those on this list. [10] Berries in particular will calm inflammation in the body quickly, between their high antioxidant levels and fiber.

What is a cake with ice cream called? ›

An ice cream cake is a cake with ice cream as the filling. It can also be made by putting different flavors of ice cream on top of each other in a loaf pan. Ice cream cake. Ice cream swiss roll.

What is the middle of ice cream cake called? ›

If you've ever had a Carvel Ice Cream Cake, you may have noticed our signature “crunchies.” They adorn many of our creations and are often found layered between ice creams.

Do you eat ice cream cake with a fork or spoon? ›

For ice cream cakes, or cake that is served with ice cream, you should use both a fork and a spoon – the fork is used to "hold the portion while the spoon is used to cut and convey the bite to the mouth".

What is the new name for Meriiboy ice cream company? ›

Thus Merriboy at its own death has given birth to two ice cream brands Mercely's and Camerry.

Does Baskin Robbins have custard? ›

“Yay!! They have LEMON CUSTARD 😀” Okay, lemon custard is my absolute favorite ice cream favor.

Who owns Andy's frozen custard? ›

Andy's Frozen Custard is the largest frozen custard-only chain in the United States, with more than 140 company-owned and franchised stores across 15 states. The company is headquartered in Springfield, Missouri, where the company is run by its namesake, Andy Kuntz.

Who manufactures birds custard? ›

Although the Bird's Custard product remains, the company itself is now just a brand. In late 2004, Kraft sold Bird's Custard and some other Kraft brands to Premier Foods, who are the current owners. In 1958, the company acquired Monk and Glass, a rival custard powder manufacturer based in London.

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