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Easy Rhubarb Ice Cream Recipe – Creamy Homemade Summer Dessert

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A delightful summer treat, this Rhubarb Ice Cream combines the tartness of rhubarb with the creaminess of a custard base for a refreshing dessert.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 50 minutes (includes chilling time)
  • Yield: Approximately 1 quart

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups chopped rhubarb
  • 3/4 cup sugar (divided)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, combine rhubarb, 3/4 cup sugar (divided), and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for 10–15 minutes until soft and jammy. Let cool, then blend until smooth.
  2. Heat cream and milk in a saucepan until warm (not boiling).
  3. Whisk egg yolks with remaining sugar until pale.
  4. Slowly temper eggs by adding warm cream while whisking.
  5. Return mixture to heat and stir until slightly thickened.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and rhubarb purée.
  7. Chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  8. Churn in an ice cream maker until creamy, then freeze until firm.

Notes

  • Adjust sugar depending on tartness preference.
  • Cool rhubarb mixture completely before blending.
  • Pairs well with fresh strawberries.
  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Churning
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian