Elegant Floral Ice Cream (Printable Format)

Rich, creamy cheesecake ice cream infused with rose water and studded with pistachios. An elegant dessert with floral sophistication!

# What You'll Gather:

→ Cheesecake Base

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1 cup heavy cream
03 - 1 cup whole milk
04 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
05 - 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk

→ Flavorings

06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - 1 1/2 teaspoons rose water (adjust to taste)
08 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest

→ Mix-ins & Garnish

09 - 1/2 cup chopped pistachios (plus extra for garnish)
10 - 2 tablespoons edible dried rose petals (plus extra for garnish)

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until it's perfectly smooth and creamy. Add the granulated sugar and mix until fully combined - no lumps allowed!
02 - Pour in the heavy cream, whole milk, and sweetened condensed milk, whisking everything together until smooth and well incorporated. This creates that rich, creamy foundation.
03 - Stir in the vanilla extract, rose water, and fresh lemon zest. Start with the recommended amount of rose water and adjust to your taste - you want floral elegance, not perfume!
04 - Cover and refrigerate the mixture for at least 2-3 hours until it's thoroughly chilled. This step is crucial for proper churning and texture.
05 - Pour the chilled mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions, typically 20-25 minutes until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
06 - In the last few minutes of churning, fold in the chopped pistachios and rose petals. This distributes them evenly without breaking them up too much.
07 - Transfer to an airtight container, smooth the top, and freeze for at least 4-6 hours until firm. The wait is worth it for that perfect scoopable texture!
08 - Scoop into beautiful bowls and garnish with extra pistachios and rose petals for a stunning presentation that tastes as good as it looks!

# Important Tips:

01 - This elegant ice cream combines the tangy richness of cheesecake with delicate floral notes and nutty crunch.
02 - Rose water can be strong, so start with less and add more to taste - you want a subtle floral note, not overwhelming perfume.
03 - The lemon zest brightens the flavors and balances the richness of the cream cheese.
04 - Make sure your cream cheese is fully softened for the smoothest texture possible.
05 - This luxurious flavor is perfect for special occasions or when you want to impress guests.

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