Description
Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream is a refreshing summer classic that brings together the invigorating taste of fresh mint and rich chocolate chips in a creamy, dreamy blend. Perfect for hot days or cozy nights, this homemade treat is easy to make and sure to impress family and friends. Scoop it into bowls or use it as a topping for your favorite desserts—it’s a nostalgic flavor adventure you won’t want to miss!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves (packed)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Mint Infusion: Wash mint leaves, then combine with cream and whole milk in a saucepan over medium heat. Heat until steaming (about 5 minutes), then remove from heat and steep for at least 30 minutes.
- Strain the Mixture: Strain out mint leaves using a fine mesh sieve, returning the mixture to the saucepan.
- Sweeten It Up: Add sugar and salt to the strained mixture over low heat, stirring until dissolved. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Chill Out: Transfer the base into a bowl and refrigerate until completely chilled (about 2 hours).
- Churn Away: Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer instructions (20-25 minutes). Add chocolate chips during the last few minutes.
- Freeze It Up: Transfer churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For extra color, add a few drops of green food coloring. Swap fresh mint for peppermint extract if desired; start with half a teaspoon. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer.