Lemon-Lime 'Creamsicles': an Adult Take on the Classic Frozen Pop
Creamy lemon-lime frozen pops blend dairy, sugar and fresh citrus into a bright, smooth treat with a grown-up tart edge.
Prep 10 min · Cook 5 min · Total 4 hr 25 min · Makes 6 popsicles
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 limes
- 2 lemons
Directions
- In a medium saucepan, stir together the cream, milk, sugar, and salt. Set it over medium heat and warm it just to a very gentle simmer. When small bubbles begin appearing along the sides of the pan, take it off the heat and let the mixture cool for 10 minutes.
- Add the lime and lemon zest and juice straight to the cooled cream mixture, then stir until everything is evenly combined.
- Pour the mixture into popsicle molds and place them in the freezer until firm.