Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Recipe
Mint chocolate chip ice cream with a refreshing peppermint flavor and rich chocolate chips, perfect for a delightful homemade dessert.
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Calories: 280kcal
Servings: 8
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Ice Cream Maker
- Airtight Container
- Freezer-Safe Container:
- Spatula
- Saucepan
Ingredients
- 2 cups Heavy Cream
- 2 cup Whole Milk
- ¾ cup Sugar
- 1-2 teaspoon Mint extract
- Pinch of salt
- Few drops green food coloring Optional
- 1 cup Chopped chocolate or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Mix the BaseWhisk the cream, milk, sugar, mint extract, and salt until everything is smooth.
- Taste the MintCheck the flavor and add a little more mint only if it needs a brighter lift.
- Add Color (Optional)If you want that soft green tint, stir in a few drops until the color looks gentle.
- Chill the BaseLet the mixture rest in the fridge for at least an hour, cold ingredients freeze better.
- Churn the Ice CreamPour the base into the ice cream maker and let it thicken slowly.
- Add the ChocolateNear the end, fold in the chocolate pieces so they spread evenly.
- Transfer to a ContainerSmooth the mixture into a freezer-safe container.
- Freeze Until FirmGive it a few hours to set until it becomes scoopable.
- Serve and EnjoyA cool, crisp scoop always feels refreshing.
Nutrition
Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 35mg | Potassium: 224mg | Sugar: 25g | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 1mg