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Creamy Mint Cookies & Cream Ice Cream

Creamy Mint Cookies & Cream Ice Cream for Sweet Summer Bliss

A refreshing dessert, Creamy Mint Cookies & Cream Ice Cream is easy to make and perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Freezing Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 scoops
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk or vegan option
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream or vegan option
  • 1 cup Whole Milk or any plant-based milk
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 teaspoon Mint Extract
  • a pinch Kosher Salt
Color (Optional)
  • 1 tablespoon Matcha Powder or green gel food coloring
For Crunch
  • 10 cookies Chocolate Sandwich Cookies e.g., Oreos, use gluten-free if needed

Equipment

  • Ice Cream Maker
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, heavy cream, whole milk, vanilla extract, mint extract, and kosher salt until fully combined.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the matcha powder with a couple of tablespoons of milk until smooth, then fold into the ice cream base.
  3. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions for about 20-30 minutes.
  4. While churning, break the chocolate sandwich cookies into bite-sized pieces.
  5. Five minutes before churning is complete, add the crushed cookies to the ice cream base and continue churning.
  6. Transfer the churned ice cream into a freezer-safe container, press parchment paper onto the surface, and freeze for about 4 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1scoopCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a creamier texture, avoid refreezing ice cream after it has been softened. Let sit at room temperature for easier scooping.

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