Ninja Creami Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Recipe
This refreshing Ninja Creami Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream is a delightful homemade treat that combines the coolness of peppermint with the crunch of chocolate chips. Made with whole milk and double cream, lightly sweetened with confectioners sugar, and brightened with a hint of green gel food coloring, this ice cream is easy to prepare using the Ninja Creami machine for a creamy, smooth texture every time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 24 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Ice Cream Base
- 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk
- ¾ cup (180 ml) double cream
- ⅓ cup (40 g) confectioners sugar (icing sugar)
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- A few drops green gel food colouring
Mix-Ins
- ¼ cup (40 g) chocolate chips or finely chopped chocolate
Instructions
- Prepare the Ice Cream Base: In a medium bowl, whisk together the whole milk, double cream, confectioners sugar, peppermint extract, and green gel food colouring until the sugar has fully dissolved to create a smooth mixture.
- Freeze the Mixture: Pour the mixture into the Ninja Creami pint container and securely attach the lid. Place the container on a completely level surface in your freezer, and freeze it for 24 hours to allow it to solidify completely.
- Process the Ice Cream: After freezing, remove the lid from the pint and insert it into the Ninja Creami machine. Select and run the Ice Cream function to churn the mixture into creamy ice cream.
- Add Chocolate Chips: When the cycle finishes, use a spoon to create a small well in the center of the ice cream. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk along with the chocolate chips to the well to help incorporate the mix-ins smoothly.
- Mix-in Chocolate: Run the Mix-In cycle on the Ninja Creami machine to evenly distribute the chocolate chips throughout the ice cream for perfect texture in every bite.
- Serve: Scoop the freshly made mint chocolate chip ice cream immediately and enjoy its creamy, refreshing flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the pint container is placed on a level surface to avoid uneven freezing.
- If the texture is too crumbly after the first spin, you can re-spin the ice cream using the Ninja Creami to improve creaminess.
- You can substitute peppermint extract with natural peppermint oil for a stronger flavor if preferred.
- For a dairy-free alternative, use coconut milk and a suitable cream substitute but expect a slightly different texture.
- Store any leftover ice cream in the pint container with the lid in the freezer for up to one week for best quality.
Keywords: Ninja Creami, Mint Chocolate Chip, Ice Cream, Homemade Ice Cream, Mint, Chocolate Chips, Frozen Dessert
