Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Begin by creating an ice bath to cool your custard. Fill a large bowl halfway with ice and cold water and nest a medium bowl inside.
- Whisk together the egg yolks and granulated sugar in a separate bowl until smooth and fluffy for about 2–3 minutes.
- Pour the orange blossom honey into a medium saucepan and heat over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Warm the heavy cream and whole milk over medium heat in another saucepan until edges bubble, about 5 minutes. Slowly whisk into the caramelized honey.
- Gradually pour the hot honey and cream mixture into the egg yolk mixture while whisking continuously to temper the eggs.
- Return the mixture to the pan and whisk over medium-low heat for about 2 minutes until the custard thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
- Strain the custard into the bowl set in the ice bath, whisk in cold crème fraîche and kosher salt. Let cool completely.
- Pour the cooled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn until it reaches a soft-serve consistency, about 20–25 minutes.
- Transfer the churned ice cream into an airtight container and freeze for several hours until firm.
Nutrition
Notes
Keep a close watch on the honey during caramelization to prevent burning. Ensure you chill the custard completely before churning for the best texture.
