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Creamy Homemade Ice Cream Truck Orange Creamsicle Bars

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These creamy homemade orange creamsicle bars capture the nostalgic ice cream truck flavor with a smooth, refreshing texture perfect for summer treats.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1/4 teaspoon orange blossom water (optional)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Line an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy lifting.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup whole milk and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until the sugar dissolves completely, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Stir in 1 cup heavy cream and 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract. Whisk gently to combine without whipping the cream.
  4. Add 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice and 1 tablespoon orange zest. If using, add 1/4 teaspoon orange blossom water and a pinch of salt. Mix until evenly blended.
  5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish or ice pop molds. Tap gently to release any trapped air bubbles.
  6. Freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm. For ice pop molds, freeze overnight.
  7. If using a baking dish, lift the bars out with the parchment overhang and cut into rectangles about 2×4 inches (5×10 cm). Serve immediately or store in an airtight container between parchment sheets.

Notes

If bars become too hard, leave at room temperature for 3-5 minutes before serving to soften. Use fresh orange juice and zest for best flavor. For dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with full-fat coconut cream and whole milk with almond or oat milk. Store bars in airtight container with parchment paper between to prevent sticking. Freeze at least 4 hours or overnight for ice pop molds.

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