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No-Churn Lemon Curd Ice Cream

April 10, 2020 6 Comments

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Three simple ingredients create this fresh No-Churn Lemon Curd Ice Cream.  

I have had several requests for lemon curd ice cream that doesn’t require an ice cream maker.  Ice cream without churning??  It can’t be good!  Wrong!  I can’t believe how creamy and dreamy this no-churn ice cream is.  I was shocked!  It’s surprisingly delicious and as smooth and creamy (if not more) than churned ice cream.  

I’ll admit it doesn’t have the amazing texture of Gelato, but will certainly give it a run for the money.  This is probably the simplest recipe you will ever make.  Three ingredients…well four ingredients if you add lemon zest that might take 10 minutes of your time.   

Simple No-Churn Lemon Curd Ice Cream

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  1. Pour sweetened condensed milk into a large mixing bowl.  Add 1/2 cup lemon curd and lemon zest.
  2. Stir until completely mixed together.
  3. In a separate medium-size mixing bowl add the heavy cream. 
  4. Whip until medium peaks form.  DO NOT over beat!
  5. Add whipped cream to lemon curd mixture.
  6. Fold in until thoroughly combined.
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  1. Transfer the mixture into a container.
  2. Dot with remaining lemon curd.
  3. Using a spoon or knife, swirl lemon curd into the whipped cream mixture.
  4. Cover with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4-6 hours or overnight.

Helpful Tips:

  • DON’T over beat the whipping cream.  
  • DON’T eat the entire bowl before freezing.
  • DO lick the bowl clean. 
  • DO use my homemade lemon curd recipe. 😉

I can’t think of any other tips.  It’s just so easy! Enjoy.

jar of lemon curd on white cloth with fresh lemons in background

 

pan of frozen lemon curd ice cream with ice cream scoop
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No-Churn Lemon Curd Ice Cream

Simple lemon curd ice cream that doesn't require a churn. Just three simple ingredients blended and placed in the freezer

Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword Lemon Curd Ice Cream, lemon curd no-church ice cream, No-churn ice cream
Prep Time 10 minutes
freeze time 4 hours
Servings 8 servings
Calories 459 kcal
Author Janet Barton

Ingredients

  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated milk)
  • 1 cup lemon curd divided
  • 2 tsp lemon zest
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl stir condensed milk and 1/2 cup lemon curd, and lemon zest until completely combined. Set aside.

  2. In a separate medium-size bowl, beat cream until medium peaks form. Fold whipped cream into lemon curd mixture until completely blended. Pour into a container. Dot remaining lemon curd on top and swirl through the ice cream mixture. Cover with plastic wrap then freeze for at least 4-6 hours or overnight. Makes a little more than a quart of ice cream.

Recipe Notes

  • DON'T over beat the whipping cream.  
  • DON'T eat the entire bowl before freezing.
  • DO lick the bowl clean. 

No further notes.

Nutrition Facts
No-Churn Lemon Curd Ice Cream
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 459 Calories from Fat 261
% Daily Value*
Fat 29g45%
Saturated Fat 18g90%
Cholesterol 98mg33%
Sodium 170mg7%
Potassium 228mg7%
Carbohydrates 46g15%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 44g49%
Protein 6g12%
Vitamin A 1007IU20%
Vitamin C 2mg2%
Calcium 179mg18%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

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  1. Meghna says

    August 9, 2020 at 4:47 pm

    5 stars
    This was delicious! I made homemade Condens milk and reduced it by Half the amount of the recipe as we like our desserts less sweet. And it was divine! Thank you..such a simple recipe.

    Reply
    • Janet Barton says

      August 10, 2020 at 3:38 pm

      Bravo for making your own condensed milk. It’s amazing how creamy and smooth the ice cream is. Thanks for your comment.

      Reply
  2. LISA says

    April 23, 2020 at 3:12 pm

    Hi janet, Do you have a similar recipe with choCOLATE OR COFFEE INGREDIENTS. i DON’T HAVE AN ICE CREAM MACHINE SO THIS SOUNDS WONDERFUL AS A REPLACEMENT. mANY THANKS!

    Reply
    • Janet Barton says

      April 23, 2020 at 5:28 pm

      The great thing about this recipe is that you can add just about ANYTHING! For a chocolate mocha: Warm the cream and add 2 tablespoons cocoa powder and 1-2 tablespoons instant coffee (instant espresso would work well but may require less). Stir until the cocoa and coffee have dissolved. Then you have to rechill the cream so it will beat up nice and fluffy. Once the cream is nice and fluffy fold in the sweetened condensed milk. Freeze as directed. This is actually sounding divine. I think I’ll try it and add toasted almonds and maybe a ribbon of fudge. 😋

      Reply
  3. Delia M Bottoms says

    April 11, 2020 at 11:53 pm

    5 stars
    This recipe got my attention with the first two words, “No-Churn”! I am looking forward to warmer weather so I can try this! But then again, why wait? :0)

    Thank you, Janet!
    Delia

    Reply
    • Janet Barton says

      April 12, 2020 at 12:53 am

      Right? Why wait? 😘

      Reply

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