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Blue Moon Ice Cream

Creamy Blue Moon Ice Cream: A Nostalgic Homemade Treat

This homemade Blue Moon Ice Cream combines nostalgic flavors, perfect for summer treats.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Freezing Time 1 day
Total Time 1 day 10 minutes
Servings: 6 scoops
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Midwestern
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup milk almond or oat milk for dairy-free
  • 1 cup heavy cream coconut cream for vegan option
  • 1 cup instant vanilla pudding mix or homemade custard
For the Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon raspberry extract real raspberries can be used
  • 1 teaspoon lemon extract fresh lemon juice is a lighter alternative
For the Color
  • a few drops blue food coloring omit for natural presentation or use spirulina

Equipment

  • Ninja Creami ice cream maker

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. Combine the ingredients by whisking together milk, heavy cream, and instant vanilla pudding mix until blended. Add raspberry extract, lemon extract, and blue food coloring.
  2. Cover and freeze the mixture for 24 hours to achieve a solid texture.
  3. Process in the ice cream maker, setting it to the 'Ice Cream' function for about 2 minutes.
  4. If the texture is too dry, create a hole and add 1 tablespoon of milk or water, then re-spin.
  5. Serve immediately or store in a container in the freezer, adding toppings if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1scoopCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 80mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. Let sit for 5-10 minutes at room temperature before scooping for best results.

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