Desserts & Baking

Limoncello Ice Cream

A refreshing no-churn ice cream with bright lemon flavour and a hint of limoncello, requiring just four simple ingredients and no ice cream maker.

5 (3 reviews)
By Ricky Robinson Updated July 30, 2024

This is a refreshing frozen dessert with a zesty twist. The bright, citrusy flavour is balanced by the richness of double cream, creating a luxurious texture that melts in your mouth.

You don't need an ice cream maker to whip up this dessert. Just four simple ingredients, a bit of mixing, and some patience while it freezes. The limoncello adds a sophisticated depth to the lemon flavour without being overpowering. The icing sugar dissolves into the lemon juice and cream, sweetening the mixture while keeping the texture smooth and creamy.

The beauty of no-churn ice cream is its simplicity—no special equipment needed, just a whisk and a freezer.

The key to getting the right consistency is whipping the cream properly after adding the lemon mixture. You want it thick and smooth, almost like softly whipped cream, before transferring it to the freezer. This technique incorporates air into the mixture, which helps prevent it from freezing into a solid block.

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Limoncello Ice Cream

Once frozen, the ice cream develops a wonderfully creamy texture with a bright, tangy lemon flavour that's neither too sweet nor too tart. The limoncello brings a subtle warmth and complexity that sets this apart from ordinary lemon ice cream. It's the sort of dessert that feels indulgent but isn't fussy to make.

Perfect for summer days or whenever you're craving a taste of sunshine, this recipe is straightforward and satisfying. The longer you let it freeze, the better the texture becomes as the flavours meld together. Overnight is ideal, but if you can wait a full day, it's even better. To serve, let it sit at room temperature for five to ten minutes to soften slightly for easier scooping. This brief tempering period makes all the difference between struggling with a frozen block and getting those perfect, scoopable curls of ice cream.

Limoncello Ice Cream

Double cream Icing sugar Limoncello
Total Time 8 hrs 10 min
Servings 6 servings
Calories 385 cal
Protein 2g

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Whisk
  • Airtight Container
  • Mixing Bowl

Instructions

  1. 1
    Mix together the lemon juice, limoncello and icing sugar. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
  2. 2
    Pour in the cream and whip until thick and smooth.
  3. 3
    Spoon into an airtight container and freeze overnight. Longer is better.
  4. 4
    Scoop into cones and serve!
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Serving Suggestions

Serve in chilled bowls or cones, garnished with fresh lemon zest or a drizzle of extra limoncello. Pairs beautifully with fresh berries or shortbread biscuits.

Variations

For a non-alcoholic version, replace the limoncello with lemon extract and a splash of lemon juice. You can also try adding finely grated lemon zest to the mixture for extra citrus punch.

Limoncello Ice Cream

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