Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Recipe.

Preparation Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Chilling Time: 2 hours

Servings: 8

This homemade mint chocolate chip ice cream is a refreshing dessert recipe perfect for hot summer days or any time you desire a delicious and cooling dessert. The green food coloring adds a fun twist, but is completely optional. Enjoy the crunch of chocolate chips in every bite!

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups whole milk

• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream

• 1 cup sugar

• 4 whole eggs

• 2 egg yolks

• 1 tablespoon peppermint essence

• Green food coloring (optional)

• 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions:

Step 1:

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole milk, heavy cream, sugar, and peppermint essence until the sugar is fully dissolved.

Step 2:

In another bowl, beat the whole eggs and egg yolks until light and fluffy.

Step 3:

Gradually add the egg mixture to the milk mixture, whisking continuously.

Step 4:

Pour the mixture into a saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon. Do not let it boil.

Step 5:

Remove from heat and add a few drops of green food coloring (if using), stirring until well combined.

Step 6:

Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until completely chilled.

Step 7:

Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Step 8:

Just before the ice cream is done churning, add the chocolate chips.

Step 9:

Transfer the churned ice cream to a lidded container and freeze for at least 2 hours or until firm.

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