Description
Delightful peppermint ice cream that captures the essence of holiday cheer with each creamy spoonful, featuring crunchy bits of candy canes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine the heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, peppermint extract, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt in a mixing bowl. Whisk until well blended and smooth.
- Fold in the crushed peppermint candies or candy canes with a spatula, ensuring even distribution.
- Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container, spreading it evenly.
- Cover the container tightly and freeze for at least 240-360 minutes or until firm.
- Enjoy as a refreshing dessert on its own or blended with milk for a peppermint milkshake.
Notes
Make the ice cream a day in advance for best results. Use chocolate chips or drizzle melted chocolate for additional flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: peppermint ice cream, holiday dessert, easy ice cream recipe, homemade ice cream, festive treats