Description
Mint chocolate chip ice cream is a delightful treat that marries the refreshing taste of mint with rich chocolate chips, perfect for hot summer days or any time you crave a sweet indulgence. This homemade version not only evokes childhood memories but also allows for personal customization. With simple ingredients and an effortless preparation method, you can impress family and friends with this creamy, dreamy dessert that promises to cool you down and satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream, whole milk, and sugar. Stir until sugar dissolves. Add fresh mint leaves and simmer gently for about 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and strain out the mint leaves using a fine mesh sieve.
- Cover the mixture and refrigerate until completely cooled (at least 2 hours).
- Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions (about 20-25 minutes).
- Just before reaching soft-serve consistency, fold in chocolate chips.
- Transfer to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg