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Creamy No-Churn Huckleberry Lavender Ice Cream

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A quick and easy no-churn ice cream featuring tart huckleberries and a subtle floral lavender twist, perfect for summer gatherings and lazy days.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups heavy cream (480 ml)
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz / 396 g)
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen huckleberries (150 g)
  • 1 teaspoon culinary grade lavender extract
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Optional: pinch of sea salt
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon sugar (for cooking berries)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Huckleberries – In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the huckleberries with the fresh lemon juice and a tablespoon of sugar (optional). Cook gently for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the berries start to break down and release their juices. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  2. Whip the Heavy Cream – Using your electric mixer, whip the heavy cream in a chilled large bowl until soft peaks form, about 3–5 minutes.
  3. Mix the Base – In another bowl, gently stir the sweetened condensed milk with the lavender extract and vanilla extract until combined.
  4. Fold the Cream and Base – Carefully fold the whipped cream into the condensed milk mixture in batches using a spatula to maintain the airy texture.
  5. Add the Berries – Fold in the cooled huckleberry mixture, including any juices, but don’t overmix to keep pretty swirls of berry throughout.
  6. Freeze – Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container and smooth the top with a spatula. Cover tightly with a lid or plastic wrap. Freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight until firm.
  7. Serve – Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before scooping for the perfect texture.

Notes

Chill your mixing bowl and beaters before whipping cream for better results. Use culinary grade lavender extract and measure carefully to avoid overpowering flavor. Stir ice cream once or twice during the first two hours of freezing to prevent ice crystals. Frozen huckleberries should be thawed and drained to avoid watery ice cream.

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