Description
Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream is the quintessential summer indulgence, blending refreshing mint with rich chocolate in a smooth, creamy delight. This homemade treat is easy to whip up, and each scoop promises a burst of nostalgia and joy. Perfect for family gatherings or a quiet afternoon treat, this ice cream will leave you craving more.
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
- 1. Heat milk and sugar over medium heat until warm, stirring to dissolve sugar. Add mint leaves and steep for 30 minutes.
- 2. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl to remove mint leaves. Allow it to cool completely.
- 3. Mix in heavy cream and vanilla extract until well combined.
- 4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- 5. Fold in chocolate chips just before churning.
- 6. Pour into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer instructions (about 20-25 minutes).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (125g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg