# Homemade Floral Ice Creams The Roasted Cherry and Lavender Ice Cream Recipe is Also Gluten-Free By Alyson Wyers | Published 2015-07-06 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lavender-ice-cream References: [edibleperspective](http://www.edibleperspective.com/home/2015/6/29/roasted-cherry-lavender-ice-cream) As of late, [floral use in home recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vanilla-lavender-iced-whipped-latte) is becoming increasingly popular, including lavender ice cream and rose water-incorporating treats. This roasted cherry lavender ice cream is a summery recipe that not only includes seasonal produce (cherries), but is also a refreshing dessert that is sure to keep you cool in warm weather. From the food blog Edible Perspective, the [homemade ice cream](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-pastel-ice-cream-makers) is also appropriate for people with allergies, dietary limitations and restrictive lifestyles as it is gluten-free. To make your own at home, you will need fresh sweet cherries, pure cane sugar, whole milk, arrowroot starch, full-fat cream cheese, sea salt, heavy cream, dried lavender buds, [honey and vanilla beans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-cream-for-bears). While the food blogger uses an ice cream maker, you don't necessarily need one. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Floral-inspired Recipes:** Opportunity for food and beverage industries to innovate by incorporating floral ingredients in recipes. - **Allergy-friendly Desserts:** Opportunity for food and hospitality industries to cater to individuals with allergies or dietary restrictions by offering desserts with gluten-free and dairy-free options. - **Home-made Ice Creams:** Opportunity for retail industries to provide consumers with DIY ice cream-making kits. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** Introduction of floral-inspired recipes can help the industry cater to consumers seeking unique and adventurous taste experiences. - **Hospitality:** The opportunity to expand the menu by offering food choices that cater to individuals with dietary restrictions can help increase footfall and customer satisfaction. - **Retail:** Offering DIY ice-cream making kits can help the industry cater to individuals seeking unique culinary experiences in the comfort of their own homes and can also be a gifting option. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Flower-Infused Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eat-your-flowers-series.md) - [Floral Creamsicle Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marigold-dreamsicle-ice-cream.md) - [Cherry-Centric Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cherry-magnolia.md) - [Rosy Valentine's Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/secret-admirer-ice-cream.md) - [Rice-Based Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-rice-creamery.md) - [Floral Frozen Yogurt Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blueberry-lavender.md) - [South Asian-Inspired Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heritage-kulfi.md) - [Japanese-Inspired Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-inspired-ice-cream.md) - [Fruity Layer Cake Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raspberry-layer-cake.md)