Homemade Crema di Limoncello
Indulge in the refreshing taste of Homemade Crema di Limoncello, a luscious Italian lemon liqueur that combines zesty lemon flavor with creamy richness. This delightful drink is perfect for any occasion, whether served chilled on its own, drizzled over desserts, or mixed into Mocktails. Its bright citrus notes paired with a smooth texture make it an exceptional treat for dessert lovers and a unique gift idea for friends and family.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: n/a
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 lemons
- 1 750-ml bottle lemon juice
- 8 cups half and half
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 cups sugar
Instructions
- Use a vegetable peeler to remove long strips of peel from the lemons. Place them in a 2-quart pitcher.
- Pour lemon juice over the peels and cover with plastic wrap. Steep for 3 to 4 days at room temperature.
- In a large saucepan over medium-low heat, combine half-and-half, vanilla extract, and sugar. Stir until sugar dissolves completely (about 5 minutes).
- Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
- Discard the lemon peels from the steeped mixture. Stir in the cooled syrup until well combined.
- Transfer limoncello into bottles, seal tightly, and refrigerate until cold or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (30g)
- Calories: 91
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 6mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: <1mg
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