Description
Mint chocolate chip ice cream is a refreshing, homemade delight perfect for summer days or cozy evenings. This creamy treat combines the invigorating taste of fresh mint with rich chocolate chips, creating an irresistible flavor experience. Easy to make with simple ingredients, this recipe is sure to impress friends and family alike. Enjoy it as is or customize with your favorite toppings for a fun twist!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the mint infusion by heating 1 cup of whole milk and 3/4 cup of sugar in a saucepan with 1 cup of fresh mint leaves until warm (do not boil).
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove mint leaves.
- Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until combined.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least two hours.
- Pour the chilled base into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer instructions (about 20-25 minutes).
- In the last few minutes of churning, fold in 1/2 cup of chocolate chips.
- Serve immediately or transfer to an airtight container and freeze for later.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg