Lemon Meringue Ice Cream

Lemon Meringue Ice Cream RecipeThe memory of certain taste sensations linger long past the moment we experience them.  Such is the encounter I had with this tangy ice cream.  Nearly sixteen years ago I stumbled upon this recipe in Gourmet magazine.  I was intrigued by the concept of incorporating meringue into an ice cream.  The original recipe calls for making the meringues from scratch, which is what I did the first couple times I made the ice cream.  Then, one day I came across these cute little meringues on the cookie shelf at the market.  A lightbulb went off.  Why not shortcut the work, use the store bought version and eliminate the baking step altogether.  They worked perfectly in the recipe – in fact they remained crisper than the homemade meringues.
Lemon Meringue Ice Cream RecipeThis is such a satisfying and refreshing frozen treat.  The tart taste of lemon dazzles the tongue, followed by a slight crunch as you bite into a piece of crispy meringue.  Just as your brain thinks it is eating a bite of lemon meringue pie, the frozen citrusy cream tells a different story.
Lemon Meringue Ice Cream RecipeLemon Meringue Ice Cream RecipeA second lightbulb went off while I was typing this post.  The next time I make this recipe, I think I will start with a pre-baked pie crust.  After churning the ice cream I would freeze it in the pie shell.  That way, all three elements of a Lemon Meringue Pie would be present. Huh, I might just have to give that one a try.
Lemon Meringue Ice Cream Recipe

 

Source:  Adapted from Gourmet Magazine

 

 

 

 




16 thoughts on “Lemon Meringue Ice Cream

  1. This looks too good! To say I admire your blog would be a huge understatement. I’m not sure how I missed the iced Cinnabon scones, but I may have to make them tomorrow! I always think of you when baking and made really good shortbread cookies with a homemade strawberry jam middle that you may be interested in. Can’t wait for the next post!

    • Thanks so much Megan for all your kind words and for being so dedicated to my blog. I love and appreciate the support. Shortbread is one of my favorite sweets, and yes I would love the recipe. I think you will definitely enjoy the Cinnamon Bun Scones. Please let me know how they turn out for you. XX

  2. Sounds like this ice cream has an inviting texture and paired with the delicious flavors of lemon meringue….irresistible! I enjoy lemon-anythings – will have to try this with some Meyers. 🙂 Beautiful images and blog!

  3. So waiting for a certain missy to return home from camp and make this. This recipe even is causing her brother to anticipate her return!

    • Wow, that’s saying a lot. Maybe her brother would like to make a batch of ice cream as a little welcome home surprise as she returns from camp. Word has it, he is quite competent in the kitchen as well. Wink, wink – nod, nod! 😉

  4. I made this replacing the meringue with vanilla bean cookies. The ice cream tasted exactly like lemon meringue pie. So refreshing for summertime. Thanks Mary once again. I love your blog!

    • So glad you tried the recipe Tracy. You have inspired me to consider other additions to this recipe. Blueberries are a wonderful compliment to the flavor of lemons. I’m thinking maybe a swirl of blueberry preserves or jam throughout the ice cream. Hum?

  5. Wonderful idea! I may have to give that idea a try as well. I can’t believe it’s already August. Prime time to make some ice cream. 🙂

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