Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Special equipment needed:
- Ice cream maker
- Parfait glasses
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar, water, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
2. Remove from heat and let cool. Once cooled, puree in a blender until smooth. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any solids. Set aside.
3. In a separate saucepan, heat milk, cream, vanilla extract, and salt over medium heat until it begins to steam. Remove from heat.
4. Pour blueberry puree into the milk mixture and stir to combine.
5. Pour mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer's instructions.
6. Once churned, transfer ice milk to a container and freeze for at least 2 hours or until firm.
7. To assemble parfaits, layer blueberry ice milk and fresh blueberries in parfait glasses. Repeat layers until glasses are full.
8. Serve immediately.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
- Freezing time: 2 hours
Temperature:
- Boiling point for blueberry mixture
- Medium heat for milk mixture
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 380
- Total fat: 19g
- Saturated fat: 12g
- Cholesterol: 72mg
- Sodium: 200mg
- Total carbohydrates: 50g
- Dietary fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 46g
- Protein: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Frozen blueberries can be used instead of fresh
- Half-and-half can be used instead of heavy cream
- Lemon juice can be substituted with lime juice
Variations:
- Substitute blueberries with strawberries or raspberries for a different flavor
- Add a layer of whipped cream or granola between the layers of blueberry ice milk and fresh blueberries
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to strain the blueberry puree to remove any solids for a smooth texture
- Chill parfait glasses in the freezer before assembling to keep the ice milk from melting too quickly
- Use a piping bag to layer the ice milk for a neater presentation
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover blueberry ice milk in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 week.
Reheating instructions:
- Blueberry ice milk does not need to be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve in tall parfait glasses for an elegant presentation
- Top with fresh mint leaves or a sprinkle of powdered sugar for added decoration
Garnishes:
- Fresh blueberries
- Whipped cream
- Mint leaves
Pairings:
- Serve with a side of shortbread cookies or biscotti
Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Mixed green salad with a vinaigrette dressing
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the ice milk is too soft, freeze for an additional hour before serving
- If the ice milk is too hard, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash fresh blueberries before using
- Store leftover blueberry ice milk in the freezer to prevent spoilage
Food history:
- Ice milk, also known as sherbet, has been a popular frozen dessert since the early 1900s
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet, tangy, and creamy
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a light and refreshing dessert after a summer meal
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