Description
A sophisticated, dairy-free frozen dessert combining the bright acidity of lemon with the aromatic, peppery notes of fresh basil.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Simmer water and sugar in a saucepan until dissolved.
- Stir in basil leaves and remove from heat immediately.
- Steep for 30 minutes, then strain through a fine-mesh sieve.
- Stir in fresh lemon juice and lemon zest once cooled.
- Churn in an ice cream maker until smooth.
- Freeze for 2 hours to harden before serving.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: French-inspired