Follow these steps to create your Lavender Blackberry Swirl Ice Cream effortlessly:

1. Prepare the Lavender Cream: In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, dried lavender, and salt. Heat over low-medium heat until just warm, stirring until sugar dissolves. Do not boil.
2. Infuse the Lavender: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the lavender steep in the mixture for about 15 minutes. This allows the floral notes to infuse.
3. Strain the Mixture: After steeping, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove the lavender buds. This results in a smooth base.
4. Add Vanilla: Stir in the vanilla extract into the lavender-infused cream. Let it cool to room temperature.
5. Chill the Mixture: Place the cream base in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until completely chilled.
6. Prepare Blackberry Puree: While the mixture chills, puree the blackberries in a blender or food processor. Strain through a sieve to remove seeds, if desired.
7. Churn the Ice Cream: Pour the chilled lavender cream into an ice cream maker. Churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions, usually about 25-30 minutes.
8. Add Swirl: Once churned, swirl in the blackberry puree. You can use a spatula or knife to create swirls, ensuring some blackberry goes throughout the mixture.
9. Transfer to Container: Scoop the ice cream into an airtight container. If desired, add more blackberries on top for garnish.
10. Freeze: Cover the container and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until firm.

Following these steps, your Lavender Blackberry Swirl Ice Cream will be ready to enjoy!