Peppermint Ice Cream with Peppermint Pieces
Cool, creamy, and bursting with festive flavor, this Peppermint Ice Cream with Peppermint Pieces is a holiday dessert that’s as delightful to eat as it is to look at. Made with a rich base of heavy cream and whole milk, this homemade ice cream is infused with pure vanilla and peppermint extracts for a perfectly balanced flavor. The optional addition of green or red food coloring gives it a vibrant, seasonal hue, while the crushed peppermint candies (or candy canes) add a delightful crunch in every bite. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep and finished with a stint in the freezer, this refreshing treat is perfect for holiday parties or a cozy seasonal indulgence at home. Serve it on its own or elevate it with a drizzle of hot fudge for a truly magical dessert experience. Keywords: peppermint ice cream, holiday dessert, homemade ice cream, festive treats, mint desserts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Peppermint extract
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt
- 3 drops Green or red food coloring (optional)
- 0.5 cup Peppermint candies or candy canes (crushed)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, peppermint extract, and salt until the sugar fully dissolves (about 2-3 minutes).
If desired, add 2-3 drops of food coloring to the mixture to give the ice cream a peppermint-inspired color and stir until evenly combined.
Pour the mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions. This typically takes about 20-25 minutes.
About 5 minutes before the churning is complete, gradually add the crushed peppermint candies to the ice cream maker, allowing them to mix evenly into the ice cream.
Once the ice cream reaches a soft-serve consistency, transfer it to an airtight container, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Place the container in the freezer and allow the ice cream to firm up for at least 4 hours before serving.
Scoop and serve as desired, garnishing with extra crushed peppermint candies for a festive touch!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2841 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 168.0 g | 215% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.5 g | 503% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 509 mg | 170% | |
| Sodium | 595 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 288.2 g | 105% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 263.9 g | ||
| Protein | 8.0 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 300 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 374 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.
