Mint Chip Ice Cream

Indulge in the ultimate homemade Mint Chip Ice Cream, a creamy, refreshing dessert loaded with vibrant, fresh mint flavor and rich, dark chocolate chips. This decadent treat starts with steeping fresh mint leaves in whole milk, infusing the base with a natural, herbaceous essence. Combined with velvety custard made from egg yolks, heavy cream, and a touch of peppermint extract, this ice cream achieves the perfect balance of smooth sweetness and cooling mint. Finished with crunchy bits of dark chocolate, every bite offers a delightful contrast of texture and flavor. By churning the mixture in an ice cream maker, you’ll achieve a luscious, airy consistency that’s impossible to resist. Perfect for summer gatherings or a refreshing after-dinner dessert, this mint chip ice cream is a gourmet twist on a beloved classic. Serve it in bowls or cones for a homemade treat that will wow your taste buds! Keywords: homemade mint chip ice cream, fresh mint dessert, creamy ice cream recipe, chocolate chip ice cream, refreshing summer dessert.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh mint leaves
• 1 cup whole milk
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 5 large egg yolks
• 0.75 cup dark chocolate chips
• 1 teaspoon peppermint extract

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk and fresh mint leaves. Heat over medium heat until the mixture is hot but not boiling. Remove from heat, cover, and let steep for 20 minutes to infuse the mint flavor.

Step 2

Strain the mint milk through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl to remove the leaves, gently pressing to extract all the flavored milk. Discard the mint leaves.

Step 3

Return the mint-infused milk to the saucepan and add the heavy cream. Heat on medium until hot but not boiling.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, salt, and egg yolks until pale and thick. Gradually whisk in the hot mint cream mixture.

Step 5

Pour the egg and cream mixture back into the saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until the custard thickens to coat the back of the spoon, about 8–10 minutes. Do not allow to boil.

Step 6

Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and peppermint extract.

Step 7

Pour the custard through a sieve into a clean bowl to remove any cooked egg bits. Allow to cool to room temperature, then cover and chill thoroughly in the refrigerator, at least 4 hours or overnight.

Step 8

Once chilled, pour the custard into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Step 9

During the last 5 minutes of churning, add the dark chocolate chips to evenly distribute them throughout the ice cream.

Step 10

Transfer the ice cream to a lidded container and freeze until firm, about 2 hours.

Step 11

Serve the mint chip ice cream in bowls or cones for a refreshing treat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1400.4 grams (1400.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3610

Total Fat 246.90g	317%
Saturated Fat 138.50g	693%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 1432mg	477%
Sodium 1497mg	65%
Total Carbohydrate 299.20g	109%
Dietary Fiber 32.00g	114%
Total Sugars 250.60g
Protein 46.00g	92%

Vitamin D 199IU	995%
Calcium 1285mg	99%
Iron 37mg	204%
Potassium 3003mg	64%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.7%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 33.2%