Lemon-Vodka Cream Pops

A splash of citron vodka gives the classic creamsicle a decidedly adult kick.And, for more grown-ups-only recipes, browse our drinks page, where you'll find recipes for everything from beer and punch to classic cocktails like Sidecars, Hot Toddies, Cosmos, and Mojitos. You can even use the Menu Maker to plan your entire cocktail party menu.

• 3 or 4 medium lemons
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/8 tsp. table salt
• 2 Tbs. citron vodka

Using a vegetable peeler, remove all of the zest from 3 of the lemons in 3- to 4-inch-long strips. Set the lemons aside.

Combine the lemon zest, cream, milk, sugar, and salt in a large saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat. Let steep at room temperature, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes.

Squeeze 2/3 cup juice from the reserved lemons (juice the fourth lemon, if necessary). Stirring constantly, pour the lemon juice into the cream mixture in a slow stream. Stir in the vodka.

Strain the mixture through a fine sieve into a 4-cup glass measure (or any container with a spout for easy pouring), pressing on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible. Divide the mixture among eight 3-oz. pop molds or wax-lined paper cups. Freeze until just barely set, 5 to 6 hours. Insert craft sticks and freeze until completely set, about 2 hours more. When ready to serve, unmold or peel off the paper cups.