Fresh Mint Lemon Yoghurt Ice Cream Recipe

Indulge in this refreshing and vibrant Fresh Mint Lemon Greek Yogurt Ice Cream! This recipe, adapted from Belinda Jeffery's 'Delicious' magazine (October 2005), is a delightful fusion of creamy Greek yogurt, zesty lemon, and fragrant mint. While it requires some attention during the freezing process (whisking every few hours), the result is a homemade ice cream that's far superior to store-bought. Perfect for warm evenings or as a special treat, this recipe is a must-try for ice cream enthusiasts. Optional: Add ¼ cup of chopped pistachios for an extra layer of flavor and texture during the final whisking step. Prepare the day before for optimal results!

Prep Time 60 mins

Cook Time 440 mins

Calories 335.2 kcal

Protein 1g

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Ingredients for Fresh Mint Lemon Yoghurt Ice Cream

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How to Make Fresh Mint Lemon Yoghurt Ice Cream

In a saucepan, combine 1 cup granulated sugar and 2 cups cold water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until sugar dissolves completely.
Stop stirring, increase heat to medium-high, and bring the syrup to a boil.
Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 12 minutes. Periodically brush down the sides of the pan with a brush dipped in cold water to prevent sugar crystal formation.
Remove from heat, let cool completely, then chill the syrup in the refrigerator.
Combine the chilled syrup, 1 cup packed fresh mint leaves, and ¼ cup fresh lemon juice in a blender.
Blend on high speed until the mint is finely chopped.
In a large bowl, whisk 2 cups Greek-style yogurt until smooth. Gently fold in 1 cup heavy cream.
Add the mint-lemon syrup to the yogurt mixture and whisk until well combined.
If using an ice cream maker, churn according to manufacturer's instructions.
If not using an ice cream maker, pour the mixture into a large stainless steel bowl and freeze for 3 hours, or until frozen 5cm from the edge.
Remove from freezer, and whisk vigorously to break up ice crystals and smooth the ice cream.
Return to freezer and repeat steps 10 and 11 once more.
Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze overnight, or until firm.
Serve with fresh mint sprigs.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

268g

Fat

22g

Carbs

23g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Fresh Mint Lemon Yoghurt Ice Cream?

Fresh Mint Lemon Yoghurt Ice Cream takes about 500 minutes from start to finish — roughly 60 minutes to prepare and 440 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Fresh Mint Lemon Yoghurt Ice Cream?

Fresh Mint Lemon Yoghurt Ice Cream has approximately 335.2 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 23 g carbohydrates and 11 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Fresh Mint Lemon Yoghurt Ice Cream?

The key ingredients for Fresh Mint Lemon Yoghurt Ice Cream are Caster Sugar, Mint Leaves, Lemon Juice, Greek Yogurt, Thickened Cream. See the full list with measurements above.