Green Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

A creamy, refreshing homemade green mint chocolate chip ice cream made with fresh mint leaves, rich custard, and a perfect mix of chocolate chips and chunks. Perfect for summer days or as a nostalgic dessert.

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Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 15

Chilling Time: 4

Total Time: 4 35

Servings:

Calories: 320kcal

Cost: $8

Equipment

1 Ice cream maker
1 Heavy-bottom saucepan
1 Fine-mesh strainer
2 Mixing bowls
1 Whisk
1 Candy thermometer
1 Airtight freezer container

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

2 cups heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
0.75 cup granulated sugar
6 large egg yolks
0.25 cup fresh mint leaves packed
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
0.25 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 drops green food coloring optional
0.125 teaspoon salt

Mix-ins

1 cup mini chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
0.5 cup chocolate chunks for extra texture

Instructions

Warm cream and milk in a saucepan, then add fresh mint leaves. Steep for 15 minutes, then strain and discard leaves.
In a mixing bowl, whisk egg yolks and sugar until pale and thick.
Gradually temper egg mixture by slowly adding warm cream, whisking constantly.
Return mixture to saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it coats the back of a spoon (170–175°F).
Remove from heat, stir in peppermint extract, vanilla extract, optional food coloring, and salt. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
Churn chilled mixture in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer’s instructions. Add chocolate chips and chunks during the last few minutes.
Transfer to an airtight container and freeze until firm before serving.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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