Description
Blue Moon Ice Cream is a nostalgic Midwestern treat known for its bright blue color and mysterious fruity-almond flavor. This homemade version is rich, creamy, and easy to make—perfect for summer parties or a whimsical dessert at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 tablespoon corn syrup (optional, for smoother texture)
- 1/4 teaspoon blue food coloring (optional, for color)
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed orange zest (optional, for added flavor)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, and sugar until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Stir in the vanilla extract, almond extract, and corn syrup (if using).
- Add a few drops of blue food coloring and stir until you reach your desired shade of blue.
- Add orange zest if using, for a citrus flavor twist.
- Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions (about 20–25 minutes).
- Once churned to soft-serve consistency, transfer to an airtight container and freeze for 3–4 hours until firm.
- Scoop and enjoy your homemade Blue Moon Ice Cream!
Notes
- For a no-churn version, freeze in a shallow dish and stir every 30 minutes until set.
- You can adjust the amount of almond extract based on your flavor preference.
- For a natural color, use spirulina or butterfly pea powder instead of food dye.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes (churning)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churned
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Blue Moon Ice Cream, homemade blue ice cream, almond vanilla dessert, summer ice cream, nostalgic frozen treat