Candy Cane Ice Cream
Indulge in the festive spirit with this creamy and refreshing Candy Cane Ice Cream, a holiday dessert that’s as delightful as it is easy to make. Crafted with a rich base of heavy cream and whole milk, this no-cook recipe perfectly balances the sweetness of granulated sugar, the warmth of vanilla, and the cool burst of peppermint extract. Crushed candy canes are folded in during the churning process, adding lovely crunch and a signature minty twist. Optional drops of red food coloring can give this homemade ice cream a festive pink hue, making it a show-stopping addition to your holiday dessert table. With just 10 minutes of preparation and a handful of simple ingredients, this candy cane-inspired frozen treat is a seasonal must-try. Perfect for serving in bowls or cones, it will quickly become a family favorite for the holidays!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Peppermint extract
- 0.75 cup Crushed candy canes
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt
- 2-3 drops Red food coloring (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, peppermint extract, and salt until the sugar has completely dissolved. This usually takes about 2-3 minutes of whisking.
If you're using red food coloring, add 2-3 drops to the mixture and gently stir until the color is evenly distributed.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to combine and cool thoroughly.
Once chilled, pour the mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions, usually about 20-25 minutes.
During the last 5 minutes of churning, sprinkle in the crushed candy canes to evenly distribute them throughout the ice cream.
When the ice cream reaches a soft-serve consistency, transfer it to an airtight container. For firmer ice cream, freeze it for at least 2 hours before serving.
Serve in bowls or cones, and enjoy your festive holiday treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3059 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 168.0 g | 215% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.5 g | 503% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 509 mg | 170% | |
| Sodium | 564 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 339.9 g | 124% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 334.9 g | ||
| Protein | 8.0 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 301 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 375 mg | 8% | |
*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.
