There’s something so comforting about the combination of lavender and honey—light, floral, and perfectly sweet. With the Ninja Creami, you can whip up this gourmet frozen dessert in no time!
I steep fresh lavender flowers to bring out complex, herbaceous flavors. It makes this homemade lavender ice cream feel like a luxurious, creamy texture in every scoop!
Did you know that lavender ice cream is considered one of the rarest ice cream flavors? Some people love it, while others say it tastes like a candle. (Spoiler: This one is delicious and perfectly balanced.)
I promise it won’t taste like soap—just pure, creamy, floral with a touch of natural honey sweetness.
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- Why You'll Love This?
- How Does Lavender Taste Like?
- 🛒Ingredients You'll Need
- Substitution and Additions
- How to Make Honey Lavender Ice Cream?
- 🍒Fun Mix-Ins and Topping Ideas
- Flavor Variations to Try
- 🍽️What Goes Well With This
- How to Store Leftovers
- 👪Serving Size
- 🌀Tools You’ll Need
- Tips for Success
- 🤔Recipe FAQs
- Related Recipes
- Ninja Creami Lavender Honey Ice Cream Recipe
Why You'll Love This?
- Creamy texture – Thanks to the Ninja CREAMi!
- Naturally sweetened – Uses honey and monk fruit.
- Unique floral flavor – Perfectly balanced, not overpowering.
- High protein – Thanks to cottage cheese.
- No egg yolks required – Yet still ultra-creamy.
- Easy to customize – Plenty of fun variations.
- Homemade with fresh ingredients – No artificial flavors or preservatives.
How Does Lavender Taste Like?
Lavender has a light, floral taste with an herbal twist. It’s calming and slightly sweet.
Some say it’s earthy, like rosemary, but milder. Others think it’s like a fresh garden in bloom.
The key is balance—too much and it tastes soapy. Just right, and it’s deliciously aromatic.
Pairing it with honey adds a warm, golden sweetness that makes the flavor even better!
🛒Ingredients You'll Need
For this recipe, I use:
- Organic Lavender Flowers – Adds a floral aroma and taste.
- Half and Half – Creates a rich, creamy base.
- Cottage Cheese – Boosts protein and gives a smooth texture.
- Honey – Provides natural sweetness with a hint of floral notes.
- Monk Fruit Sweetener – A low-calorie alternative to sugar.
- Vanilla Extract or Vanilla Bean Paste – Enhances the cream mixture.
- Few Drops of Purple Food Color (optional) – Gives it that signature lavender haze.
See recipe card for quantities.
Substitution and Additions
- Monk fruit & honey → White sugar (Use equal parts)
- Half and Half → Heavy cream and whole milk or coconut milk
- Cottage cheese → Greek yogurt (for a tangy twist)
- Purple food color → Mashed blueberries (for a natural alternative)
- Honey → Maple syrup or agave nectar
How to Make Honey Lavender Ice Cream?
- Warm the half and half in a small saucepan over low heat. Add the dried lavender flowers and let them steep for 5 minutes. Strain out the lavender and let the cream mixture cool.
- Blend all ingredients (including cooled lavender-infused milk) until smooth.
- Pour into a Ninja CREAMi pint container and freeze for 24 hours.
- Insert the pint into the Ninja CREAMi, select "Ice Cream," and process.
- If crumbly, add 1-2 tablespoon whole milk and respin for a creamy texture.
🍒Fun Mix-Ins and Topping Ideas
- Crushed shortbread cookies – Adds buttery crunch.
- Candied lemon peel – A bright citrus contrast.
- White chocolate chunks – Sweet and creamy addition.
- Fresh berries – Blueberries or blackberries pair beautifully.
- Toasted almonds – A nutty crunch to balance flavors.
- Shaved coconut flakes – Adds a tropical twist.
Flavor Variations to Try
- Lavender Gelato – Extra dense and creamy.
- Lavender Lemon Ice Cream – A bright, citrusy twist.
- Earl Grey Lavender Ice Cream – Tea lovers will adore this!
- Blueberry Lavender Ice Cream – Fruity, floral, and fabulous.
- Honey Lavender Sorbet – A dairy-free version with a refreshing taste.
- Coconut Lavender Ice Cream – A creamy tropical spin.
- Lavender Vanilla Bean Ice Cream – A classic combo.
- Lavender Chocolate Swirl – Because chocolate makes everything better!
🍽️What Goes Well With This
- Honey Drizzle – Enhances the floral sweetness.
- Lemon Shortbread Cookies – A perfect crisp contrast.
- Fresh Berries – Adds tartness and color.
- Almond Biscotti – For a crunchy pairing.
- White Chocolate Sauce – For extra indulgence.
- Dark Chocolate Shavings – Adds a bittersweet balance.
- Earl Grey Tea – A cozy drink pairing.
- Whipped Cream & Lavender Sugar – A fancy finishing touch!
How to Store Leftovers
Flatten the leftovers before refreezing so the Ninja CREAMi blade can process it smoothly when re-spinning. This keeps the texture just right and prevents damage to the ice cream maker blade.
👪Serving Size
This recipe is made for the Ninja CREAMi Deluxe, serving four portions per pint.
🌀Tools You’ll Need
- Blender: Makes mixing ingredients effortless.
- Ninja CREAMi Deluxe 11-in-1 Ice Cream & Frozen Treat Maker: The star of the show, perfect for creating creamy, smooth ice cream.
- Ninja Creami Pint Container: The pint container is essential for freezing and churning your ice cream mix.
Tips for Success
- If crumbly, add 1-2 tablespoon milk and respin.
- Don’t over-steep lavender—5 minutes is enough!
- Use high-quality honey for the best flavor.
- Blend well for a smooth, creamy texture.
- Freeze for 24 hours before spinning in the Ninja CREAMi.
🤔Recipe FAQs
Lavender ice cream originated in France and Mediterranean regions, where culinary lavender is popular in desserts.
Lavender ice cream and ube ice cream (made from purple yams) are both naturally purple.
Flavors like wasabi, black garlic, and squid ink are among the rarest—but lavender is definitely one of the most unique!
Yes! Lavender has calming properties, and this recipe is high in protein with natural sweeteners.
Related Recipes
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Ninja Creami Lavender Honey Ice Cream Recipe
Equipment
- 1 Ninja Creami Deluxe Ice Cream maker
- 1 Blender
- 24 ounces Ninja Creami Container Pint
Ingredients
- 1½ tablespoon Organic Lavender Flowers
- 1½ cup Half and Half
- ½ cup Cottage Cheese
- 2 tablespoon Honey
- 2 tablespoon Monk Fruit
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract or Vanilla Bean Paste
- 2-3 drops Purple Food Color optional
Instructions
- Warm the half and half in a small saucepan over low heat.
- Add the dried lavender flowers and let them steep for 5 minutes.
- Strain out the lavender and let the cream mixture cool.
- Blend all ingredients (including cooled lavender-infused milk) until smooth.
- Pour into a Ninja CREAMi pint container and freeze for 24 hours.
- Insert the pint into the Ninja CREAMi, select "Ice Cream," and process.
- If crumbly, add 1-2 tablespoon whole milk and respin for a creamy texture.
Notes
- If crumbly, add 1-2 tablespoon milk and respin.
- Don’t over-steep lavender—5 minutes is enough!
- Use high-quality honey for the best flavor.
- Blend well for a smooth, creamy texture.
- Freeze for 24 hours before spinning in the Ninja CREAMi.
Rose says
Such a unique and elegant flavor! The lavender is subtle, and the honey adds just the right amount of sweetness. Perfect for a fancy dessert. I hope you all enjoy it just as much. Let me know if you try it!