Description
A refreshing peppermint ice cream dessert perfect for the holidays.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, and sugar until the sugar dissolves.
- Add the peppermint and vanilla extracts, mixing well.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
- Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- During the last few minutes of churning, add the crushed peppermint candies.
- Transfer the ice cream to a container and freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh peppermint for a stronger flavor.
- Store in an airtight container to prevent ice crystals.
- Allow ice cream to soften for a few minutes before scooping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Ice Cream Maker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: peppermint ice cream dessert, holiday dessert, ice cream recipe