Description
This Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream recipe is a creamy, refreshing homemade treat that’s easy to make without an ice cream maker. It combines rich whipping cream and sweetened condensed milk with refreshing mint extract and crunchy milk chocolate chips, tinted with green food coloring for a classic look. Perfect for a cool dessert that requires minimal effort and no churning.
Ingredients
Ice Cream Base
- 2 cups whipping cream
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk (300 ml)
- ½ tsp mint extract
- Green food coloring (to desired color)
Add-ins
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
Instructions
- Whip the Cream: Beat the whipping cream on medium speed for about 4 minutes or until it begins to form soft peaks. This creates the airy base for your ice cream.
- Combine Ingredients: Lower the mixer speed to low, then gradually add the sweetened condensed milk while continuing to beat until the mixture is fully combined and smooth.
- Add Flavor and Color: Gently fold in the mint extract, green food coloring to achieve your preferred shade, and the milk chocolate chips for that classic mint chocolate chip texture.
- Freeze: Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container and spread evenly. Cover and freeze for at least 8 hours or until firm to allow the flavors to meld and the ice cream to set.
Notes
- Use full-fat whipping cream for the best creamy texture.
- Adjust the amount of mint extract to your taste; start with ½ tsp and add more if you like a stronger mint flavor.
- Green food coloring is optional but gives the traditional mint ice cream appearance.
- Make sure to freeze the ice cream for at least 8 hours for proper firmness.
- If you prefer, you can mix dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips instead of milk chocolate chips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
