Homemade Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
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4.8
Homemade Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
Description
Homemade Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream calls for cold milk and heavy cream combined with sugar and peppermint extract, blended and churned in an ice cream maker. The process develops a creamy base with bright mint flavor enhanced by semi-sweet chocolate pieces added near the end of churning. The tiny chocolate bits add texture and a bittersweet balance to the refreshing background. Once churned, the ice cream firms up further in the freezer to a scoopable consistency. While optional, adding green food coloring can give it a classic minty appearance without affecting taste.
The recipe highlights the importance of chilling ingredients and allowing sufficient freeze time to develop creamy texture. It’s a good choice for making at home when you want freshly made ice cream with control over ingredients. It can be served as dessert on its own or alongside warm baked goods.
Adding the chocolate in the last stages of churning prevents it from melting and dispersing, leaving distinct chocolate chips throughout. Waiting 2 to 3 hours in the freezer helps firm the product for ideal scooping.
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk well chilled, whole
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups heavy cream well chilled
- 1.5-2 tsp peppermint extract or to taste
- 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate chopped into tiny pieces, bar form
- Special Equipment: Ice cream maker
Instructions
- In bowl, use whisk to combine milk and sugar until dissolved. Stir in heavy cream and peppermint. Turn ice cream maker on and pour mixture in and let churn for about 25 min.
- During the last 5 minutes of churning, slowly add in chopped chocolate. Transfer ice cream in airtight container for at least 2-3 hours before enjoying (if you can wait that long.)
Notes
- Using fresh or high-quality peppermint extract enhances the mint flavor without overpowering.
- Chilling the milk and cream well before churning improves texture and freezing time.
- Add chocolate chips slowly near the end of the churning process to keep them from melting into the ice cream.
- Optional green food coloring can be added for a traditional mint chip appearance but does not affect flavor.
- The ice cream should be stored in an airtight container and can be frozen for several days before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 211 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 211kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 24.1g | 8% |
| Protein | 2.3g | 5% |
| Fat | 12.7g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 0.3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 29.6mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 17.1mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.8g | 3% |
| Sugar | 23.4g | 47% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.8
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