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    Rose Ice Cream

    Published: May 8, 2017 / Updated: Jul 21, 2019 / 39 Comments

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    This rose ice cream is a delicious treat that's delicately flavored with rose water and vanilla. A simple recipe that can easily be made in your ice cream maker.

    metal container with rose ice cream and a spoon

    I love rose flavoring in food/drinks. One of my favorite teas is rose scented, and I drink it often.

    I've also played around with flavoring panna cotta and popsicles with lavender. These floral fragrances in food = the best, basically.

    close-up of a scoop of homemade rose ice cream

    I don't break out the ice cream maker very often, but when I do, it's always a fun experience. Maybe I'm a big dork, but watching a liquid turn into creamy aerated ice cream is a total highlight for me.

    Making ice cream at home is easy, and you know exactly what you're putting into it.

    homemade ice cream with rose petals in a metal container

    I used rose water because I had some in my pantry. The concentration can vary depending on the brand you buy, so I suggest working your way up to the 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) I used in the recipe to make sure you're not adding more than you need.

    Make sure you buy food grade rose water as well. If it says on the bottle "for external use only", don't use it. I recommend checking prior to buying it since many are intended for cosmetic use. I've also seen rose extracts and rose syrups. Feel free to use those. Just make sure you give it a taste and adjust quantities as needed. Rose water is pretty delicate, so that's why there's a 1/4 cup in this recipe.

    homemade rose ice cream close-up

    I've wanted to make this ice cream for a while, and now that warm weather has arrived, I figured it would be a good time to post it on the blog.

    Mother's Day is also coming up soon, and I think this would be a perfect recipe for that occasion!

    close-up of homemade vanilla rose ice cream

    Do you like florals in food?

    Will you make this rose ice cream?

    This rose ice cream is a delicious treat that's delicately flavored with rose water and vanilla. A simple recipe that can easily be made in your ice cream maker.

    Rose Ice Cream

    This rose ice cream is a delicious treat that's delicately flavored with rose water and vanilla. A simple recipe that can easily be made in your ice cream maker.
    4.89 from 9 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 30 mins
    Total Time 35 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6
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    Ingredients
     

    • 3/4 cup whole milk
    • 1/2 cup white sugar
    • 16 fluid ounces heavy/whipping cream
    • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • 1/4 cup rose water
    • 1 drop pink food coloring

    Instructions
     

    • Combine the milk and sugar in a large bowl using a hand mixer until the sugar is dissolved (about 2 minutes).
    • Add the remaining ingredients and continue mixing until combined. The concentration of rose water can vary, so it's a good idea to build up to the 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) a tablespoon at a time so you can give it a taste and add more without adding too much. 
    • Pour the mixture into the bowl of your ice cream maker and run the machine for about 30 minutes or until it reaches the consistency you like.
    • Serve immediately or transfer to a container and freeze until it's more firm. 

    Notes

    This is the ice cream maker I used to make this recipe.
    Keyword rose ice cream
    Author Natasha Bull
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    1. Adam says

      November 24, 2022 at 7:36 PM

      4 stars
      I paired this with a quince honey apple pie and it was fabulous. The rosewater I use is from Armenia and is way more dilute than most, I was concerned about getting big ice crystals but it turned out fine.

      Reply
    2. Linda Shukri says

      October 28, 2022 at 8:42 PM

      Hello! Your rose ice cream sounds wonderful! I've made iced tea with a white rose tea. It was delicious.

      Was wondering if I could change this recipe up and do it as a no-churn using sweetened condensed milk?

      Also think the 1/4 cup of rose water might be a bit too much? What do you think? I suppose I could start with a lot smaller amount like a teaspoon or two and work my way up tasting as I go?

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        October 28, 2022 at 8:57 PM

        Hi Linda! It really depends on the rose water. There's a note in the blog post about that - I actually suggest "working your way up" in those exact words lol. I have never made ice cream with sweetened condensed milk before (or any no-churn for that matter), but let me know how it goes. In theory it should work. 🙂

        Reply
    3. Ofri Shmul says

      December 2, 2020 at 11:04 AM

      5 stars
      Ok so as someone who grew up eating middle eastern dishes, rose water is always a familiar and nostalgic ingredient. This recipe is quite literally the ice cream of my dreams. I decided to add 2 tbs of fresh pomegranate to it about 2 min before it was done churning and I highly recommend (yes even though it has hard seeds). It adds a nice crunch and sweet note that complements the rose and vanilla very nicely and holds up well when frozen. Also I recommend adding white chocolate chips as a topping and some cherry syrup (if you’re in to that kind of stuff).

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        December 2, 2020 at 11:22 AM

        This makes me so happy!! 🙂 I love pomegranates too, so I think that's such a great idea.

        Reply
    4. Karen says

      September 6, 2020 at 12:22 PM

      5 stars
      Wonderful Rose Ice Cream recipe! Also made Quince Ice Cream using the base and adding quince paste instead of rose water. Did not use food coloring for either.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        September 7, 2020 at 9:37 AM

        So glad you liked it, Karen! And quince sounds amazing! 🙂

        Reply
    5. Ronda Hall says

      December 30, 2019 at 12:22 AM

      Can you add in edible roses? At what point would you do so?

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        December 30, 2019 at 3:06 PM

        I think that would be nice! Maybe when it’s almost done churning?

        Reply
    6. Abby says

      April 2, 2019 at 10:36 PM

      What food coloring brand did you use?

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        April 5, 2019 at 7:03 PM

        Hi Abby! Sorry for the delay in responding. Just checked in my pantry, and I think the brand I used was Spectrum Gel Food Colors. This recipe is a couple years old, so I'm not 100% sure, but that's what's in the pantry haha.

        Reply
    7. Katherine says

      December 11, 2018 at 8:58 PM

      Hello,
      What kind of rose water do you use?

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        December 11, 2018 at 9:04 PM

        Hi! The brand in my pantry is Bitarome. I got it at a baking specialty store. Rose water's strength can vary across brands, so be sure to taste as you go along so not to overdo it.

        Reply
        • Lizzette says

          June 3, 2021 at 8:01 PM

          5 stars
          I use Ziyad brand

          Reply
    8. Yogesh says

      November 28, 2018 at 6:02 AM

      5 stars
      It's looking soo delicious and beautiful

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        November 29, 2018 at 11:22 AM

        Thank you, Yogesh!

        Reply
    9. Etzon Garcia says

      August 7, 2018 at 6:52 PM

      Hi! I don't have a ice cream maker. What's the process for hand making the ice cream? Thank you!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        August 7, 2018 at 8:10 PM

        Sorry... I’ve only ever done it in an ice cream maker. My advice would be to find a plain or vanilla no-churn recipe and then perhaps add some rose water.

        Reply
    10. Nori says

      July 7, 2017 at 9:14 AM

      5 stars
      Hi Natasha! Thank you for sharing this recipe, I can't wait to try it at home. I just have a few questions:
      1. Can I add pistachio in it?
      2. What kind of container can I use when freezing the ice cream?
      3. What brand of rose water do you use?

      Thanks a lot 🙂

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        July 7, 2017 at 9:22 AM

        Hi Nori!
        1. Can I add pistachio in it? --Yes, as long as they're chopped small. Check the instructions of your ice cream maker to confirm, but I believe you should add them in during the last couple minutes of churning.
        2. What kind of container can I use when freezing the ice cream? --I generally use Tupperware style containers that have lids that close properly.
        3. What brand of rose water do you use? --Good question... I will check tonight when I get home and let you know! The one in my pantry is from a specialty baking shop, and I live in Canada, so I don't know if you'll for sure be able to find it.

        Reply
      • Natasha says

        July 7, 2017 at 6:32 PM

        Hey, just checked, and the brand is Bitarome. Hope you love this recipe!

        Reply
    11. Alix @A Hedgehog in the Kitchen says

      June 4, 2017 at 2:49 PM

      5 stars
      Natasha, this looks amazing! We can't wait to make it! 🙂

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        June 4, 2017 at 3:09 PM

        Thank you!! I hope you guys love it. 🙂

        Reply
    12. Carmella says

      May 18, 2017 at 4:23 PM

      The color is absolutely gorgeous! I've never heard of rose water but I make ice cream often. Can this recipe be made without the rosewater and just taste like vanilla?

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 18, 2017 at 4:35 PM

        Absolutely! Hope you enjoy it. 💜

        Reply
    13. Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      May 12, 2017 at 7:21 AM

      5 stars
      These photos are BEYOND gorgeous!! You always inspire me to take better photos, Natasha! This rose ice cream looks like just the perfect treat to cool off with this summer. Love it! Pinned, of course! xoxo

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 12, 2017 at 8:00 AM

        Thanks so much, friend!! 💛

        Reply
    14. lori says

      May 10, 2017 at 12:33 PM

      I make rose ice cream at home too. Your rose water must be more diluted than mine though. I can only put about 1 tablespoon in or it would ruin the ice cream. Just a heads up to others to check before you add too much.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 10, 2017 at 1:56 PM

        Hi Lori, thanks for the tip! I did note it in the post write-up already, but I just added a note to the recipe card itself so that more people will see it if they skip over the text of the post. 🙂

        Reply
      • Jackie says

        August 16, 2017 at 11:33 PM

        Which rose water do you use?

        Reply
        • Natasha says

          August 17, 2017 at 6:46 AM

          Hi there! The brand is Bitarome. Not sure if it's available outside of Canada. I think any rose water should be fine... just check the taste after every tbsp or so since some are stronger than others.

          Reply
          • Jackie says

            October 14, 2017 at 11:05 AM

            Thank you!

            Reply
      • Kezia says

        April 13, 2020 at 3:16 PM

        What brand do you use that is so strong?

        Reply
    15. thalia says

      May 9, 2017 at 7:10 PM

      5 stars
      such a pretty recipe! i just adore rose anything, and the pastel pink hue is stunning! Xx

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 9, 2017 at 7:24 PM

        Thanks so much, Thalia!

        Reply
    16. sue | theviewfromgreatisland says

      May 9, 2017 at 9:41 AM

      Pinned to my edible flowers pinterest board ~ I love it!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 9, 2017 at 10:23 AM

        Thanks so much, Sue!!

        Reply
    17. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

      May 8, 2017 at 6:26 PM

      Such an interesting flavor Natasha! And the color is so pretty! I love making homemade ice cream, so I can't wait to give this flavor a try.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 8, 2017 at 8:40 PM

        Thanks so much! Let me know if you try it.

        Reply

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