Mint-Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Mint-Chocolate Chip Ice Cream was first introduced in the 1970s and quickly became a popular flavor among ice cream lovers.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 260 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 6.

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Mint-Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Cooking Method: Freezing Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert, Frozen Treat Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Rest Time 240 min Total Time 4 hrs 20 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 1680

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Fresh mint leaves
• 1.5 cup Whole milk
• 1.5 cup Heavy cream
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Peppermint extract
• 0.5 cup Dark chocolate, chopped

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, combine the milk and mint leaves. Heat over medium heat until it starts to simmer. Remove from heat and let steep for 10 minutes.
2. Strain the milk mixture to remove the mint leaves and return it to the saucepan.
3. Add the heavy cream, sugar, and peppermint extract to the saucepan. Heat over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved.
4. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool completely.
5. Once cooled, transfer the mixture to an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
6. In the last few minutes of churning, add the chopped dark chocolate.
7. Transfer the ice cream to a lidded container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
8. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 280kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 16g25%

Total Carbohydrate 32g11%

Sugars 24g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.