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Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Creamy Homemade Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Delight

This Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream recipe is a refreshing homemade treat, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Freezing Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 270
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Ice Cream Base
  • 2 cups Half-and-Half Substitute with whole milk for a lighter version.
  • ¾ cup Granulated Sugar Alternative sweeteners can affect texture.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream No substitutions recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Extra mint extract can be used for more mintiness.
  • 1 teaspoon Mint Extract Adjust to suit your personal taste.
  • a pinch Sea Salt Essential for flavor balance.
  • 2-3 drops Green Food Coloring Optional for color.
Chocolate
  • ½ cup Ghirardelli Semisweet Chocolate Chop finely for texture.
  • ½ cup Dove Milk Chocolate Substitute with any high-quality milk chocolate.

Equipment

  • Ice Cream Maker
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together half-and-half and granulated sugar until dissolved, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Stir in heavy cream, vanilla extract, mint extract, and sea salt. Add green food coloring if desired, and mix for 2 minutes.
  3. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn for approximately 20 minutes until thick and creamy.
  4. Gently fold in chopped semisweet and milk chocolate, mixing for an additional 5-10 minutes.
  5. Transfer to an airtight container, smoothing the top, and freeze for at least 4 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 270kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 22gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust mint extract according to preference.

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