A refreshing peppermint ice cream, studded with generous chunks of dark chocolate for a perfect combination of cool and crunchy.
Ingredients:
- 🌿 1 cup (250 ml) whole milk
- 🌿 1 cup (250 ml) heavy cream
- 🍬 1/2 cup (100 g) sugar
- 🍫 3.5 oz (100 g) dark chocolate, chopped
- 🌿 10 fresh mint leaves
- 🌱 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
Directions:
🌿 Infuse the mint:
- Heat 🌿 milk over low heat with fresh mint leaves.
- Remove from heat and let it steep for 10 minutes, then strain to remove the leaves.
🌱 Prepare the base:
- Stir in 🌿 heavy cream, 🍬 sugar, and 🌱 peppermint extract into the infused milk. Mix until the sugar is fully dissolved.
🍨 Churn the ice cream:
- Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Once the ice cream reaches a creamy consistency, fold in 🍫 chopped dark chocolate.
🌟 Serve:
- Scoop into bowls and garnish with fresh 🌿 mint leaves and 🍫 chocolate shavings for a classic finish.
Nutritional Information:
⏰ Prep Time: 20 minutes
⏱️ Churning Time: 25 minutes
🔥 Calories: Approximately 230 kcal per serving
🍽️ Servings: 6