Description
This homemade Orange Creamsicle Ice Cream is a delightful, creamy dessert that combines the fresh flavors of orange and vanilla. It’s the perfect treat for a nostalgic, refreshing experience reminiscent of the classic orange creamsicle popsicles you loved as a child.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup fresh orange juice (from about 3 oranges)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon orange extract
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, sugar, orange juice, whole milk, vanilla extract, and orange extract until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Add Food Coloring (Optional): If you’d like the ice cream to have that classic orange color, stir in a few drops of red and yellow food coloring. Adjust to your desired shade.
- Churn the Mixture: Pour the mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it thickens and reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- Freeze the Ice Cream: Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container. Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the ice cream to prevent ice crystals. Freeze for 4-6 hours or until firm.
- Serve: Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping. Enjoy the creamy goodness of this homemade Orange Creamsicle Ice Cream!
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Don’t skip the freezing time to allow flavors to meld and texture to set. Cover ice cream surface with plastic wrap to avoid ice crystals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 60mg