Blue Raspberry Italian ice Recipe
"Beat the heat with our homemade Blue Raspberry Italian Ice, a delightful and tangy frozen treat that's perfect for cooling down on hot summer days. Try it now and savor the refreshing flavor!"
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh or frozen blue raspberries you can also use regular raspberries if blue raspberries aren't available
- 1 cup granulated sugar adjust to taste depending on the sweetness of your berries
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice from about 2-3 lemons
- Zest from 1 lemon for added citrus aroma
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract optional, but adds depth of flavor
- A pinch of salt enhances the flavors
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the sugar, raspberry extract, and hot water. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
- Add the blue food coloring and stir until the mixture is well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a shallow dish or freezer container.
- Freeze for at least 4 hours, or until the mixture is solid.
- To serve, scrape the frozen mixture with a fork or ice cream scoop and serve in a cup or cone.