Description
A nostalgic creamy dessert with a distinctive almond-vanilla flavor and a vibrant blue color, reminiscent of childhood summer treats.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- Blue food coloring, as needed
- 1/4 cup maraschino cherries, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, and granulated sugar until the sugar is completely dissolved. Continue whisking for about 2-3 minutes to ensure a smooth consistency.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and almond extract, mixing well to distribute the flavors evenly throughout the base.
- Add several drops of blue food coloring and stir well, adjusting until the desired color is achieved.
- Pour the blue mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions (usually 20-25 minutes).
- If using maraschino cherries, fold them gently into the churned ice cream until evenly distributed.
- Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container, placing plastic wrap on the surface before securing the lid, and freeze for at least 4 hours.
- Once fully frozen, scoop into bowls or cones and serve.
Notes
- The exact flavor of Blue Moon ice cream varies by region and manufacturer.
- For extra creaminess, substitute part of the whole milk with half-and-half.
- Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes before scooping for the perfect consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg