Crema di Limoncello
Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade Crema di Limoncello, a creamy Italian treat that’s perfect for any gathering. With its rich lemon flavor and smooth texture, this luscious beverage serves as an exquisite dessert or a refreshing after-dinner drink. Made using fresh lemon peels, milk, sugar, and vanilla, it offers a zesty twist to your dining experience. Whether you choose to enjoy it chilled, drizzled over desserts, or mixed into cocktails, this versatile recipe will impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Infusing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lemons (peel only)
- 1 liter milk
- 600 grams granulated sugar
- 1 vanilla bean
Instructions
- Wash the lemons thoroughly and use a vegetable peeler to remove the zest, avoiding the white pith.
- Place the lemon peel in a mason jar and add alcohol; seal tightly and let steep for 6 to 40 days in a cool, dark place.
- After steeping, strain the mixture through cheesecloth into a clean bottle.
- In a saucepan over medium-low heat, warm milk with sugar and vanilla until sugar dissolves completely; allow cooling to room temperature.
- Combine the cooled milk mixture with the infused alcohol and strain again if needed; store in the refrigerator or freezer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce (30 mL)
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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