Line the tin
Line a loaf tin with cling film, leaving it hanging over the sides so you can lift the dessert out later.
Italian Cuisine Desserts
An Italian frozen dessert that needs no ice-cream machine: egg yolks cooked over a water bath, lemon and cream. Served in slices.
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Line a loaf tin with cling film, leaving it hanging over the sides so you can lift the dessert out later.
Whisk the yolks and sugar constantly in a heatproof bowl over simmering water for about 5-6 minutes, until thick and at 70°C.
Take off the heat, add the grated lemon zest and juice, and keep whisking until the mixture cools to lukewarm.
Whip the cold cream to soft peaks; over-whipped cream turns buttery and makes the texture grainy.
Fold the cream into the lemon mixture in three additions with a spatula, pour into the tin, cover and freeze for at least 6 hours.
Take it out 10 minutes before serving, lift out by the film, turn out and slice with a knife dipped in hot water.
Time's up! Enjoy your meal.
Serving & storage
Storage: Up to 2 days in the fridge.
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Last check: 16.09.2026
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Keeps fresh in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
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