Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Special equipment needed:
- Ice cream maker
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is hot but not boiling.
2. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and peppermint extract.
3. Pour the mixture into a large bowl and let it cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate until chilled, at least 2 hours or overnight.
4. Once the mixture is chilled, pour it into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
5. During the last few minutes of churning, add the mini chocolate chips and continue churning until they are evenly distributed.
6. Transfer the soft serve to a freezer-safe container and freeze until firm, at least 2 hours.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Chilling time: 2 hours or overnight
Freezing time: 2 hours
5. Temperature:
Room temperature for cooling the mixture, and freezing temperature for the soft serve.
Serving size:
Makes about 6 servings.
Nutritional information:
Per serving:
- Calories: 460
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Cholesterol: 123mg
- Sodium: 120mg
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 31g
- Protein: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter version.
- You can use semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips instead of mini chocolate chips.
Variations:
- You can add chopped fresh mint leaves for a more intense mint flavor.
- You can add a few drops of green food coloring to make the soft serve more visually appealing.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the mixture is completely chilled before churning to ensure a smooth and creamy texture.
- Don't over-churn the soft serve, as it can become grainy.
- Freeze the container you'll be using to store the soft serve before adding the churned mixture to help it freeze faster.
Storage instructions:
Store the soft serve in a freezer-safe container with a tight-fitting lid for up to 2 weeks.
Reheating instructions:
Reheating is not recommended for this recipe.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the soft serve in a bowl or cone, and top with additional mini chocolate chips or whipped cream.
Garnishes:
Mini chocolate chips, whipped cream, fresh mint leaves.
Pairings:
This soft serve pairs well with warm brownies or chocolate cake.
Suggested side dishes:
Fresh fruit or a fruit salad would be a refreshing side dish to balance out the richness of the soft serve.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the soft serve is too soft, freeze it for a longer period of time until it reaches the desired consistency.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to use pasteurized dairy products and wash your hands and utensils thoroughly before preparing the recipe.
Food history:
Mint chocolate chip ice cream was first introduced in the 1970s and quickly became a popular flavor among ice cream lovers.
Flavor profiles:
This soft serve has a creamy and refreshing mint flavor with bursts of chocolate throughout.
Serving suggestions:
Serve this soft serve as a dessert after a summer barbecue or as a sweet treat on a hot day.
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Taste: Creamy, Minty, Chocolatey, Sweet, Refreshing