Imagine a dessert that combines the rich, velvety smoothness of chocolate with the cool, invigorating burst of mint - a treat that's not just an ice cream, but a sensational experience for your taste buds! This homemade Chocolate Mint Ice Cream is about to transform your dessert game forever, offering a luxurious blend of creamy textures and decadent flavors that will make store-bought versions seem pale in comparison. Whether you're looking to impress guests or simply treat yourself to a gourmet dessert, this recipe is your ticket to culinary bliss.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- Green food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, and granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until sugar completely dissolves.
- Remove the mixture from heat and let it cool to room temperature for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in peppermint extract and a few drops of green food coloring (if desired) until the color is evenly distributed.
- Melt chocolate chips using a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth and completely liquid.
- Allow melted chocolate to cool slightly, then gently fold into the cream mixture, creating a marbled effect.
- Pour the entire mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer's instructions, typically 20-25 minutes.
- Transfer the churned ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 2-3 hours to firm up.
- Before serving, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5 minutes to soften slightly for easier scooping.
- Garnish with additional chocolate chips or fresh mint leaves if desired, and serve cold.
Tips
- Use high-quality ingredients: The better your cream, milk, and chocolate chips, the more luxurious your ice cream will taste.
- Ensure sugar is completely dissolved to prevent grainy texture - stir constantly while heating.
- Let mixtures cool to room temperature before combining to maintain smooth consistency.
- For an extra-intense mint flavor, consider using fresh mint leaves during the heating process, then strain them out.
- If you don't have an ice cream maker, you can use the "no-churn" method by whipping the cream before folding in other ingredients.
- For a more vibrant green color, use gel food coloring which provides more intense color with less liquid.
- Chill your storage container beforehand to help the ice cream freeze more evenly.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 17g
Cholesterol: 90mg
