Chamomile Ice Cream
Chamomile ice cream is a floral, herb-infused frozen dessert that transforms the soothing, apple-like aroma of chamomile into a creamy treat. It typically features a custard or cream base steeped with dried chamomile flowers or tea, sugar, and sometimes a touch of honey or vanilla. While its origins are modern and artisanal, it draws on chamomile's long history in European herbal teas and tisanes.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
As a rich, dairy-based dessert, it is high in fat and carbohydrates, with minimal protein. A single serving provides a good source of calcium and phosphorus from the milk or cream, along with a modest amount of antioxidants from the chamomile, and generally contains around 200-300 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 210 kcal |
| Protein | 3.5 g |
| Carbs | 25 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 22 g |
| Sodium | 60 mg |
| Calcium | 100 mg |
| Phosphorus | 80 mg |
| Vitamin A | 90 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.15 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.4 mcg |
| Potassium | 150 mg |
| Magnesium | 12 mg |
Per 1/2 cup (100 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
This flavor is a creative example of the modern culinary trend of using botanicals and herbs in sweets, moving beyond traditional flavors. Nutritionally, chamomile is renowned for its calming properties, making this a uniquely soothing dessert choice compared to more stimulating flavors like coffee or chocolate.
