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Creamy Cantaloupe Sea Salt Ice Cream

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A quick and easy homemade ice cream featuring fresh cantaloupe, cream, and a touch of sea salt for a refreshing summer treat with a perfect balance of sweetness and creaminess.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups fresh cantaloupe, peeled and cubed (about 450 grams)
  • 2 cups heavy cream (480 ml)
  • 1 cup whole milk (240 ml)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150 g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (preferably flaky or Maldon)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Peel and cube about 3 cups of ripe cantaloupe. Toss the cubes into your blender.
  2. Blend the cantaloupe until smooth and silky, about 1-2 minutes. Optionally, strain through a fine mesh sieve for extra smoothness.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups heavy cream, 1 cup whole milk, 3/4 cup sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1/2 teaspoon sea salt.
  4. Pour the cantaloupe puree into the cream mixture and stir gently until fully combined. Adjust sugar or salt to taste.
  5. Cover and refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour to chill and meld flavors.
  6. Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer instructions, usually 20-25 minutes, until creamy and thickened.
  7. Transfer the churned ice cream to a freezer-safe container, press parchment paper on top to prevent ice crystals, and freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight to firm up.
  8. Remove from freezer 5-10 minutes before scooping to soften slightly for perfect serving.

Notes

If you don’t have an ice cream maker, freeze the mixture in a shallow container and stir every 30 minutes for 3-4 hours until creamy and frozen. Use ripe cantaloupe for best flavor. Chilling the base thoroughly before churning improves texture. A pinch of sea salt enhances the melon’s sweetness. For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream and milk with full-fat coconut milk and almond milk.

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