Steeped with fresh mint leaves and studded with a delicate swirl of stracciatella chocolate chips, this rich and creamy fresh mint chocolate chip ice cream takes a classic flavor to the next level.
Heavy cream Milk Sugar Fresh mint Egg yolks Vanilla extract Chocolate Ice cream maker
Bring heavy cream, milk, sugar and fresh mint to a simmer. Turn off heat and if desired, lightly muddle the mint leaves. Cover and let the mint steep and then strain.
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In a small bowl, whisk egg yolks and vanilla together until it starts to turn pale, about three minutes.
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Add a scoop of the warm cream mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly. Repeat a few times. Return to saucepan with remaining cream and cook until thickened.
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Pour the mixture into a mixing bowl and cover the surface with plastic wrap. Refrigerate until cold, preferably overnight.
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Churn the ice cream. Melt chocolate with a little canola oil. Drizzle the melted chocolate into the ice cream while churning. Pour into an airtight container and freeze for several hours.
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When only a bowl of indulgent, creamy ice cream will do, try this fresh mint-chocolate chip ice cream. You'll fall in love with that fresh mint flavor.
My kids' favorite ice cream is mint chip and this one is delicious! Thank you for providing such detail in the recipe. That made it so much easier to follow.