Description
This Lemon Ice recipe is a refreshing and light frozen dessert perfect for hot summer days. Made with fresh lemon juice and zest, it’s a delightful treat with a hint of citrus sweetness.
Ingredients
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Sugar Syrup:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups water
Lemon Mixture:
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–5 lemons)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- Fresh mint or lemon slices for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Sugar Syrup: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar and water. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved, then remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Mix Lemon Ice: Stir in the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest. Pour the mixture into a shallow metal or glass baking dish.
- Freeze and Scrape: Place in the freezer and freeze for about 1 hour. Using a fork, scrape the partially frozen mixture to break up any ice crystals. Return to the freezer and repeat scraping every 30 minutes for about 2-3 hours, until the ice is fluffy and granular.
- Serve: Scoop into bowls or glasses and garnish with fresh mint or lemon slices if desired.
Notes
- For an extra burst of flavor, add a splash of limoncello before freezing.
- This lemon ice is perfect as a refreshing palate cleanser or light dessert on a hot day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
