What’s better on a hot summer day than a big bowl of icy, creamy mint chocolate chip ice cream? This easy homemade recipe delivers all the incredible, sweet flavor you crave in under an hour with just a handful of simple ingredients.
mint and chocolate chip ice cream recipe
- Yield: 1 quart
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Churn Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup white sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons peppermint extract
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup miniature semi-sweet chocolate chips
Directions:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the cream, milk, sugar and salt. Heat over medium, stirring frequently, until the mixture begins to steam and the sugar has fully dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
- Stir in the peppermint extract, vanilla, and chocolate chips until combined. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Pour mixture into ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer’s directions, 20-25 minutes. Transfer ice cream to an airtight container and place in the freezer to harden for at least 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts (Per 1/2 cup serving)
- Calories: 230
- Fat: 16g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Protein: 2g
Recipe Tips:
- Use peppermint candies like starlight mints crushed into pieces instead of extract for bright bursts of minty flavor
- For the chocolate swirl, melt chocolate chips with a bit of cream and drizzle into ice cream after it churned
- Store leftovers in the freezer for up to one month.
Enjoy this cold, creamy mint chocolate chip ice cream on a hot day, for a fabulous dessert anytime, or even for breakfast if you love something sweet in the morning! The flavor possibilities are endless if you want to experiment with your favorite mix-ins.
Conclusion
This easy homemade mint chocolate chip ice cream is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. In just 45 minutes, you can have a refreshing, icy treat the whole family will love.