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We were inspired to make this ice cream after our incredible visit to the South of France, specifically in the Provençe region where lavender grows in abundance and is seen (and tasted) everywhere!

We found nice lavender honey at a local market, and then we made a batch of honey granola for topping…and the end result was truly something magical.

HOW TO MAKE LAVENDER ICE CREAM

Of course, you can’t really make good lavender ice cream without a good lavender!

Lavender can be found online at www.pendereys.com, or at specialty food shops. I found some at Williams-Sonoma. Be sure to get the type that is safe for food, don’t get the potpourri variety!

We also like the addition of rose water, which adds even more of a floral hint, but go easy…a little goes a long way.

STEEP THE LAVENDER IN HOT CREAM

The sweet aromatic lavender is simmered on hot cream.

This is how the herb infuses the cream, and ultimately the ice cream. Again, just a dash of rose water is all that’s needed to add more floral taste to the cream.

If you’re not a fan of rose water, then just leave it out. Remember, a little goes a long way!

Mixing the cream together in your mixer ensures the best texture for the Lavender Ice Cream.

Other favorite ice cream recipes include Strawberry and White Chocolate, S’Mores, and Blueberry.

But, let’s get back to this amazing ice cream right here

HONEY GRANOLA IS THE PERFECT TOPPING

There are so many things to love about the topping for this ice cream.

The taste and texture are perfect.

And it is so easy and can be made days in advance!

Ready to make a wonderfully delicious and unique ice cream? Go for it!

And when you do, be sure to take a picture, post it on Instagram, and tag @howtofeedaloon and #howtofeedaloon!