Description
A refreshing dessert made with peppermint flavor and cream.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
- 1/2 teaspoon green food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, whole milk, and sugar.
- Add peppermint extract and mix well.
- If desired, add food coloring and stir until blended.
- Fold in crushed peppermint candies.
- Pour mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer’s instructions.
- Transfer to a lidded container and freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a stronger peppermint flavor, increase the amount of peppermint extract.
- Store in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
- Let sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: peppermint ice cream, dessert, frozen treat, holiday dessert