Orange Creamsicle Ice Cream
Orange Creamsicle Ice Cream is a creamy, refreshing homemade dessert bursting with fresh orange juice and vanilla. Made with simple ingredients and churned to smooth perfection, it captures the nostalgic flavors of the classic creamsicle treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours
- Yield: About 8 servings
- Category: Dessert, Frozen Treat
- Method: Ice Cream Maker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1½ cups whole milk
1 cup fresh-squeezed orange juice (about 3 oranges)
1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon orange extract
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Instructions
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Whisk sugar, orange juice, orange extract, vanilla extract, and salt until sugar dissolves.
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Stir in heavy cream and whole milk until combined.
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Pour mixture into ice cream maker; churn per manufacturer’s instructions until soft-serve consistency.
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Transfer to airtight container; freeze at least 4 hours until firm.
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Let sit at room temperature a few minutes before scooping.
Notes
Add orange zest or candied peel for texture
Use blood orange juice for unique flavor and color
Substitute orange extract with mandarin or tangerine extract
Mix in crushed vanilla wafers or cookies during churning
Make dairy-free with coconut milk/cream alternatives
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