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Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Cool, creamy, and packed with rich chocolate chunks, this homemade mint chocolate chip ice cream is the perfect treat for warm days—or any day you’re craving a classic. Made with real cream and a refreshing hint of mint, it’s a scoop of pure nostalgia you can make at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Dessert, Frozen Treats
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 4 egg yolks
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 1 tsp peppermint extract
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • A few drops green food coloring optional
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips or melted chocolate for stracciatella

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together cream, milk, sugar, and peppermint extract until sugar is dissolved.
  2. Add green food coloring if desired and stir to combine.
  3. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
  4. In the last 2 minutes of churning, add the chocolate chips.
  5. Transfer to a lidded container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
  6. Scoop and enjoy!

Notes

  • For extra minty flavor, steep fresh mint leaves in the milk before chilling (then strain).
  • Chocolate chunks can be swapped for crushed Andes mints or dark chocolate for a twist.
  • No ice cream maker? Use the no-churn method with whipped cream and condensed milk.