I’m making Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream today! It’s a delightful journey creating this frozen treat!
Ingredients:
– 2 cups heavy cream
– 1 cup whole milk
– 3/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– Green food coloring (optional)
– 1 cup chopped dark chocolate
Preparation Steps:
1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, milk, sugar, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract until sugar is dissolved.
2. Add a few drops of green food coloring for a vibrant mint hue. Mix well.
3. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches soft-serve consistency.
4. Fold in the chopped dark chocolate gently into the ice cream.
5. Transfer the ice cream to a container, cover, and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm. Enjoy your creamy Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Serving Size: 8 servings
Calorie Count per serving: Approximately 320 calories
Notes: To amp up the mint flavor, consider adding mint leaves while mixing the base. For extra crunch, swap chopped chocolate with chocolate chips. Ensure the ice cream mixture is adequately chilled before churning for the best consistency. What’s your favorite ice cream topping?