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Green Tea and Lemon ice cream scoop
Creamy and refreshing homemade Green Tea and Lemon ice cream

Green Tea & Lemon Ice Cream

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Cakes and Desserts
This recipe blends the calm of Japanese tea ceremonies with the zest of Mediterranean citrus groves. The grassy, slightly bitter notes of green tea (especially if using high-quality Sencha or Matcha) beautifully counterbalance the sweet cream, while the lemon 'lifts' the flavor profile just like salt does for savory food. It's a palate cleanser and dessert in one.
🕒 Prep Time 25 mins
🍳 Cook Time 15 mins
⌛ Total Time 5 hrs 40 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 320 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Ice cream maker (or shallow freezer container)
  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Strainer
  • Zester
  • Kitchen thermometer (optional)

Allergen Information

⚠️ Milk
⚠️ Egg

Instructions

1 ✓

Make a strong tea concentrate: steep the tea bags in the hot water for 5 minutes. Squeeze them out well and discard. Let the tea cool to lukewarm.

Tip: Boiling water can scorch green tea leaves, making them bitter. 175°F (80°C) water is ideal.
2 ✓

Combine milk and cream in a saucepan over medium heat until it begins to steam but not boil.

Tip: Boiling changes the flavor structure of the milk.
3 ✓

Whisk the egg yolks with the sugar and salt until pale and thick.

Tip: Mixing sugar with yolks beforehand protects the proteins from shock-heating.
4 ✓

Temper the eggs: Ladle a small amount of hot dairy into the egg mixture while whisking rapidly. Repeat twice.

Tip: This gradually raises the egg temperature so they don't scramble.
5 ✓

Pour everything back into the saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the custard coats the back of a wooden spoon (approx 180°F).

Tip: Be careful: over 185°F the eggs will curdle.
6 ✓

Remove from heat. Stir in the tea concentrate, lemon juice, zest, and vanilla. Chill completely (preferably overnight).

Tip: Add lemon juice at the end to prevent the acid from curdling the warm milk.
7 ✓

Churn the cold base in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer instructions.

Tip: No machine? Freeze in a container and blend with an immersion blender every 30 minutes for 2-3 hours.
8 ✓

Let it soften for a few minutes before serving.

Recipe FAQ

Can I use matcha powder instead of tea bags?
Yes! 1-2 teaspoons of matcha powder will give you a more vibrant color and intense flavor. Whisk it directly into the milk; no straining needed.
Why is my ice cream grainy?
The eggs likely curdled from too much heat, or it didn't freeze fast enough. Use a thermometer and chill the base thoroughly before churning.

Ingredients

  • 3 bags Green Tea (or 2 tsp matcha powder)
  • 2/3 cup Hot Water
  • 1 cup Whole Milk
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar (plus 1 tbsp)
  • 3 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1 lemon Lemon Zest
  • 4 large Egg Yolks
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 pinch Salt